- Mauritius is the most densely populated country in Africa and the 17th most densely populated country in the world.
- Among all developing countries, Mauritius has the highest life expectancy at 73 years.
- The legendary dodo bird was found only in Mauritius before it became extinct.
Despite its extinction, the dodo remains Mauritius’ national animal.
- Mauritius is an island created by underwater volcanic eruptions. The first people to set foot on it were the Portuguese.
- Mark Twain has been quoted as saying, “You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first, and then heaven, and that heaven was copied after Mauritius.
- Mauritius does not maintain a standing army.
- While many countries consider it polite to receive gifts with both hands, Mauritians prefer to receive things with the right hand only.