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Mauritius... from A to Z
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Geography
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| Mauritius is situated in the Indian Ocean, at approximately 2000 kilometres off
the southeastern coast of Africa, to the East of Madagascar. The country covers
an area of 1865 square kilometers, with some 330 kilometres of coastline.
Mauritius has kilometers of white sandy beaches, fringed by a safe, well
preserved turquoise coloured lagoon. |
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Golf
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| Mauritius boasts a few professionally designed 18-hole golf courses with
stunning views over the lagoon. Several golf clubs offer annual memberships.
Many of the islands properties offered to non-nationals under the so-called
Integrated Resort Scheme are built on golf estates.
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Government
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| Mauritius is a democratic state based on the Westminster model and enjoys
political stability. The head of state is the President and the Prime Minister
heads the government and a Council of Ministers. Free elections are held every
five years.
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Green Mauritius
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| The Government has enacted strict environment protection legislation in several
areas to preserve the natural beauty of the island and of its lagoon.
Eco-living is strongly encouraged. The treasures of our hinterland lend
themselves perfectly to a whole range of leisure and eco-tourism activities.
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