Mauritius is situated in the south-west Indian Ocean, A little above the tropic of Capricorn with a latitude of 20° south and a longitude of 57° east of Greenwich. It is 2,000 km off the east coast of Africa and some 855 km east of Madagascar.

The island considered as a paradise by people around the world, is a dream holiday destination for tourists with its breathtaking crystal clear turquoise lagoons, white sand beaches and its near-perfect climate.

An island of volcanic origin with an area of 1,864 square kilometer, it is almost entirely surrounded by coral reefs. Enjoyable and beautiful though, Mauritius is also a safe place to live either as a national, professional, student or family. Crime prevalence is very low making Mauritius one of the safest law-abiding countries of the world.

Time

Mauritius is 4 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +4) and 3 hours ahead of mid-European time.

Currency

The monetary unit is the Mauritian Rupee (Rs.) which is divided into 100 cents (cs). Coins exist as 50-cents, 1-rupee, 5-rupees, 10-rupees and 20-rupees. Notes exist in the following denominations: Rs 25, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 and 2000. There are no exchange controls in Mauritius.

International Airport

The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, also known as Plaisance (code: MRU) is approximately 48 kms from the capital city, Port Louis. Facilities include VIP lounges, duty-free shops both on arrival and departure, restaurants, banks and a Post Office.

Cultural Diversity

Mauritius is well known for its cultural diversity. Here, various traditions flourish in peace and is reputed as a nation of racial harmony.

Economic and Political Stability

It has preserved its image as one of Africa’s few social and economic success stories. Mauritius has the highest adult literacy rate for the whole of Africa. Its political stability has helped Mauritius become one of Africa’s most prosperous economies. The currency is the Mauritian rupee.

Safe for living

Both expatriates and citizens are in agreement that this enchanting island is a safe place for everyone. On the health front, the country is free from many of the diseases affecting the sub-tropical countries of the world.

People and Languages

Mauritians are known for their hospitality and warm nature. Being both an English-speaking and French-speaking nation, Mauritius is a member of both the Commonwealth of Nations and the Francophonie. Other languages spoken in Mauritius include Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Urdu, etc.

Climate

The island is saved from extreme temperatures during summer and winter, with a temperature ranging between 25°C and 33°C during summer and 17°C – 25°C during winter.

Other Attractions

Mauritius is blessed with numerous attractions such as Trou aux Cerfs which is a beautiful sandy beach, Ile Aux Cerfs that nests a golf course and has beautiful beaches which offers variety of water sports, snorkelling, etc. Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, Chamarel, Casela Bird Park are few others in the category of places to visit and rejuvenate your spirits.

Destination for Higher Education

While enjoying an exquisite lifestyle at the back drop of picturesque scenery, one can relish a unique student experience with a world class campus, health facilities, fast track student visas, making Mauritius one of the favourite destinations for higher education. The cosmopolitan crowd together with the genuine Mauritian hospitality will serve you an unforgettable experience in a safe and stable environment.