
Mauritius, an island nation of the Indian Ocean, is known for its beaches, lagoons and reefs. The mountainous interior includes Black River Gorges National Park, with tropical forests, waterfalls, hiking trails and wildlife like flying fox. Capital Port Louis has sights such as the Champs de Mars trail, Eureka plantation house and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens of the 18th century.
Capital: Port Louis
Currency: Mauritian...