The island of Mauritius
is of volcanic origin and sits on an area of 1865 km²,
under the Tropics of Capricorn, 800 kms from the eastern coast
of Madagascar, 200 kms to the north-east of Réunion
and 600kms to the West of Rodrigues.
The land is fairly flat, with the lush and greens of our
mountain chains of Moka, Black River, Grand Port and Plaine
des Papayes adding interest to the topography of the island.
The highest peak of Mauritius is Piton de la Petite Rivière
Noire, at 828m above sea level.
Our coastal regions are relatively dry, with an average
temperature of 30°C in summer and 25°C in summer,
ideal for the cultivation of sugarcane.
Gracing the covers of numerous holiday magazines are pictures
of crystal clear waters and white sand. And we owe the calmness
and clarity of our beautiful sandy beaches to the almost
continuous barrier reefs surrounding the island.
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