Gateau Piment
- 200 g yellow dal (soaked)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 shallots (chopped)
- 2 red chillies (chopped thinly)
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
Visit an exotic paradise where land bursts with color, the waterfalls flow underwater and there’s no overtime.
“You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first, and then heaven, and that heaven was copied after Mauritius.”
Scenic village by the name of Chamarel is the home of a true natural phenomenon, the Coloured Earth. It’s a wondrous geological formation of seven different colours of sand that captures the imagination.
This optical illusion is created by the ocean’s currents pulling on sand from the shores.
Mauritian cuisine blends French, Chinese and Indian flavors with a touch of spiciness. Gateau piment is the most popular snack that can be found on the streets of Mauritius.
Ever since the 1850’s, the love for rum on Mauritius has only grown stronger. Mauritians produce it in a variety of flavours including ginger, passion fruit, coffee and even chilli.
548 m above sea level stands an impressive dormant volcano, Trou aux Cerfs. Its deep wooded crater is an oasis for explorers and photography enthusiasts.
If one was to describe the lifestyle of Mauritians, two words would be used more than others; rest and relaxation. This laid-back attitude is best seen in their work time - from 9 to 4 and not a minute more!
Lewis Carroll was an admirer of the dodo bird, Mauritius’s national animal. This unique bird heavily inspired his work and Carroll was know to even introduce himself as Dodo-Dodgson.
Guests and travellers love to share their Mauritian adventures. See what they recommend!
Large and beautiful beach and swimming waters. There are always lots of people enjoying the weather which is hot most of the time. It is also located around restaurants and nightclubs.
Ryan Fitzgerald
Head to the lookout spot farthest from the entrance for the best view of all the different colors in the dunes.
Kirsten Alana
Small paradise. White sands, lovely water. All you can ask from an island.
Oana Petrescu
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