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Underwater waterfall of Mauritius Explained

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Yonature

South of Mauritius, Le Morne, showing green and grey mountain peak in front of blue and green lagoon with underwater waterfall illusion

The underwater waterfall of Mauritius is a wonderful natural illusion. It is located in the south-west of the island off the coast of Le Morne village. Le Morne beach is, in fact, one of the most beautiful beaches of Mauritius and thus attracts locals Read More

Formation of a volcanic island: Mauritius

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Yonature

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Small grey and rugged volcano in the ocean spewing out grey clouds of volcanic materials.

The island of Mauritius was formed approximately 10 million years ago by volcanic eruption. In fact, the island itself is a volcano. The highest point, 550 m – 600 m above sea level, is the central plateau; from there on, the land gently slopes Read More

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Underwater waterfall of Mauritius Explained

Formation of a volcanic island: Mauritius

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