Location in Africa: Mauritius is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, about 2,000 kilometers off the southeastern coast of Africa, east of Madagascar.
Latitude and Longitude: Approximately 20°S, 57°E.
Size: 2,040 square kilometers
Population
Current Population (2025): Approximately 1,303,210
Economy
GDP (2025):
Nominal GDP: $16.36 billion.
GDP per capita: $12,973
National Symbols
Anthem: “Motherland.”
National Pledge: Mauritius does not have an official national pledge.
Culture and Customs
Ethnic Groups: Predominantly Indo-Mauritian, with Creole, Sino-Mauritian, and Franco-Mauritian minorities.
Languages: English (official for government), French (widely used), and Mauritian Creole (most spoken).
Religion: Hinduism (47.9%), Christianity (32.3%), Islam (18.2%), and others
Main Airports
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport: The main international gateway.
Plaine Corail Airport (Rodrigues): Serving the Rodrigues Island.
Popular Tourist Destinations
Le Morne Brabant: A UNESCO World Heritage site.
Black River Gorges National Park: Known for its biodiversity.
Grand Baie: A popular beach and nightlife destination.
Aapravasi Ghat: A UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing indentured labor history.
Events and Festivals
Independence Day (March 12): Celebrating independence from Britain in 1968.
