Mauritius

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

About Mauritius Culture

Encapsulates the attributes of being multi cultural, multilingual, multiracial, multi religious in nature. The culture of Mauritius is an amalgamation of various cultures and traditions that live in a perfect harmony.

SHORT INFORMATION

Currency of Mauritius

Mauritian Rupee (MUR; symbol Rp) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of Rp2,000, 1,000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 25. Coins are in denominations of Rp10, 5 and 1.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Strong drinks in Mauritius

Mauritius manufactures a vast range of cane rum. It is inexpensive and makes a nice drink when mixed with cola and ice. Another popular drink is a mixture of coconut water, a dash of lime and a bit of cane rum over ice. It’s worth looking for a bottle of cane rum that is at least 5 years old.