Mauritius is a kaleidoscope. hotel tourism dominates there, but outdoor activities are flourishing and we meet more and more experienced hikers or canyoneers. Luxury boutiques are mushrooming there, from Codan’s waterfront to Grand-Bay, but every town’s main streets are overflowing with fresh sugarcane juice, spices and pineapples from small vendor stalls.
At the foot of the buildings of the capital, Port-Louis, we meet women in stiletto heels, and others in saris. In front of the five-star hotels, Mauritian fishermen do not hesitate to cast their lines, while happy couples swing in hammocks a few meters away. casuarinas. Colonial-era houses and modest tin shacks rub shoulders with very select condominiums, 4x4s are dusted with a thousand colors as they pass the street where Holi is being happily celebrated…
And as for the cheerful Mauritian cuisine, what is it? vindayehis pickle, his my biryanihis stew or his chop suey, so well tells the richness of this mixed culture. Because, apart from its undeniable beach pleasures and dreamy climate, it is the mixture of Creole, French, Chinese and Indian traditions that gives this 2000 km² island all its flavor.
From Port-Louis to Bambus Virrier
To truly measure the extent of this unique historical heritage, one must visit Port Louis With one of the excellent My Moris guides, created in 2015 by Belgian anthropologist Maya and Mauritian historian and sociologist Shakti. Alongside them, we happily discover what goes on in the stalls and yards of this port, founded in 1736 by Mahé de la Bourdonnais. The hundreds of thousands of Indians who disembarked at its very docks came to replace it. slaves on sugar plantations.
Tinsmiths, barbers or printers, artisans with endangered know-how will tell you about the secret soul of their island, the island that you can only touch with your finger if you go straight from the airport to the pristine stretch of sand where you intend to enjoy the long-awaited idleness until the last the time. When the vast turquoise lagoon and the soft rustling of coconut palms hold no more secrets for you, go and discover other hidden treasures, starting with; GoodlandsMauritius’ most Indian settlements (we also build magnificent model boats there at the Historic Marine), or the picturesque road that runs along the still-preserved south-east coast.
on the side of Bamboo Virieuxsustainable development now inspires tourism; you must spend at least one night in one of the super-comfortable tents of the Authentic Mountain Experience, which you reach by jeep, to enjoy a true retreat in the heart of nature.
However, the great Mauritian classics cannot be overlooked. Protected by its volcanic walls, west coast of the island – with its symbolic The rocky summit of Le Morne, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site – offers a wonderful coastline that attracts surfers, divers, kitesurfers and deep-sea fishing enthusiasts. The water temperature is around 25°C and you can spend hours snorkeling watching the abundant underwater wildlife.
Mauritius in 360° video
On the side of the mountain, very scenic simple champagne way offers an enchanting glimpse of the botanical diversity of the Mauritian forests; Black River Gorges momentarily disoriented. Ebony trees, camphor trees, Java macaques and deer, rivers and waterfalls … are best explored on foot.
Road to: north coastis more frequent, provides beautiful views of the surrounding islands. Mir’s corner, flat islandmeGabriel Island… While he that passes along the eastern shore, Sparkling as by Bel Mare, breathes calm. that Chateau Labourdonnais or Eureka Housethe vast colonial settlements that tell of the Mauritius of the past give that to former hunting grounds such as Fern Valleyor famous Pamplemousses Botanical Garden.
from Fresh water pit the time Bitches Hole:in: Flic en Flac the time Post de Flacq, poetry is everywhere. And often the universal surprise in front of this irresistible comprehensiveness of small human, natural, gustatory delights that cannot be turned into a postcard.
Source: Le Figaro
