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There is a variety of rare fruits in Mauritius that are only found in certain parts of the world. These fruits tend to disappear when they deserve to be brought back on the market due [...]
Published On: August 5th, 20222.4 min read
On Sunday evening, another wedding celebration (Walima) was held but this time organized on my husband’s side. Indeed, it was time for his family and himself to invite all their relatives and friends to celebrate [...]
Published On: July 29th, 20223.1 min read
Dressed in this stunning bridal white dress, I walked into the wedding hall, my father by my side. My close relatives and friends were already there to welcome me. The nuptial ceremony (Nikka) was [...]
Published On: July 22nd, 20224.3 min read
Though it may be called by different names in different communities, the first family reunion or Roka ceremony holds a most significant place in the Mauritian society. A pre-wedding event which will determine how [...]
Published On: July 8th, 20222.6 min read
At this time of the year, during your trails in the Black River Gorges or other wooded areas, you may come across small, firm, and shiny, dark purple fruits that would attract your attention. [...]
Published On: June 24th, 20222.2 min read
Do you know which is the most consumed fruit in Mauritius? It’s the banana that was introduced from China during the 18th century by Charles Edward Telfair, an Irish botanist! Our hot and humid [...]
Published On: June 3rd, 20223 min read
One of the reasons why our small island is so amazing, is because of all the cultures that coexist serenely over an area of 1.865 km2. From a Dutch occupation, followed by the French [...]
Published On: May 20th, 20223 min read
We are pleased to announce that Mautourco has been awarded the national Ecolabel Blue Oasis, which recognises our company as the first Sustainable Destination Management Company in Mauritius delivered by the Mauritius Standards Bureau. [...]
Published On: May 12th, 20222.5 min read
Have you heard of La Maison Créole Eureka located in Moka, the main area of the Moka district? A stately house which the famous Archimedes exclamation (Eureka!) inspired Alexis Jules Eugene Le Clezio when [...]
Published On: May 6th, 20222.9 min read
It was the last day of the month of Ramadan. We just received the news that the moon had been sighted and I was on the roof of the house trying to catch a glimpse [...]
Published On: April 29th, 20223.2 min read
