Geography
Mauritius is in Eastern Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are -20.28333333, 57.55; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Africa
Mauritius
Mauritius is a country in Eastern Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Port Louis
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Population
- 1.2 million
- Area
- 2,040 km²
- Currency
- Mauritian rupee (MUR)
- Official language
- English, French, Mauritian Creole
- Calling code
- +230
- Internet TLD
- .mu
- Time zone
- UTC+04:00
Mauritius map preview: -20.28, 57.55
People and Culture
Mauritius uses English, French, Mauritian Creole in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Mauritius varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Mauritius is recorded with the official name Republic of Mauritius. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Port Louis
- Eastern Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Port Louis
- Time zone data: UTC+04:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Mauritius is grouped under Africa.
- Mauritius has a listed area of 2,040 km².
- Mauritius is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Mauritius
What is the capital of Mauritius?
The capital of Mauritius is Port Louis.
What continent is Mauritius in?
Mauritius is in Africa.
What currency does Mauritius use?
Mauritius uses the Mauritian rupee.
What language is spoken in Mauritius?
English, French, Mauritian Creole is listed for Mauritius in this database.