Mauritius Sights

The ubiquitous banyan tree, Mauritius.

Mauritius offers few sights, but here are the country's greatest things to do and see - after beaches, naturally.
Banyan trees, one of tropical countries' most spectacular growths are visible beside roads all over the island, and - brutal but true - make better sights than many of the official tourist attractions. That being said, things to do in Mauritius may be in short supply but at least there are some attractions a visit, unlike many competing beach-oriented islands such as the Seychelles or most of the Caribbean which offer sand and sea but little else.

Chamarel.

Chamarel in southern Mauritius is a strange and fairly attractive region of eroded volcanic soils of varying colours. Tourists are not permitted to walk over the humps but use viewing platforms (for a price). There's an Adventure Park nearby and a waterfall. It's not really a must-see.

Rochester Falls.

Grand Bassin's Ganga Talao Hindu site.

This is the best bet for an unusual cultural trip in Mauritius (especially if it's not raining!), an odd and colourful Hindu temple frequented by monkeys beside a lake writhing with large eels, and all monitored by serene, bizarre statues.

A drive through a sugar cane plantation.

A park lake featuring Victoria hybrids,
Photo by Alexxx86

Plenty of bird life in Mauritius, this is a red-whiskered Bulbul.

Port Louis, the capital city of Mauritius and not an attractive place. It's a non-sight but sadly en route from most of A to much of B.

That's the End of these Mauritius Pictures, hope you enjoyed the trip!

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