Mauritius

About Mauritius

Capital

Port Louis

Continent

Independence Date

12 March 1968

Official Language	English
Second Language	French, Mauritian Creole
Population	~1.4 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#27
Dialing Code	230
Country TLD	.mu

Mauritius Overview

Mauritius, officially the Republic of Mauritius (French: République de Maurice), is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean off the southeast coast of Africa. It lies east of Madagascar and consists of the main island of Mauritius along with Rodrigues, Agalega, and Cargados Carajos Shoals. The capital and largest city is Port Louis.

Mauritius is known for its turquoise lagoons, white-sand beaches, and luxury resorts. Its economy is one of the most stable in Africa, based on tourism, textiles, financial services, and technology. The country is also a leading example of ethnic and religious harmony, with diverse communities of Indian, African, Chinese, and European descent.

The official language is English, while French and Mauritian Creole are widely spoken. The currency is the Mauritian Rupee (MUR). Mauritius enjoys a mild tropical climate and offers a mix of natural beauty, safety, and business-friendly governance.

Quick Facts About Mauritius

Coordinates	20.3484° S, 57.5522° E
Bordering Countries	None (Island Nation – Indian Ocean)
Region / Continent	Africa (Indian Ocean)
Total Area	~2,040 sq km
Population Density	~630 people per sq km
Highest Point	Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire – 828 m
Major Rivers	Grand River South East, Rivière du Poste
Climate Type	Tropical maritime; warm, humid summer and mild winter
Famous For	Beaches, lagoons, luxury resorts, multicultural harmony
Major Landmarks	Le Morne Brabant, Black River Gorges, Chamarel Waterfall, Île aux Cerfs
Official Language	English (French and Creole widely spoken)
Currency	Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
Government Type	Parliamentary Republic
Time Zone	UTC+4 (MUT)
Major Exports	Textiles, sugar, seafood, financial services
Visitor Entry	Visa-free or visa on arrival for most nationalities