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NATIONAL DAYMauritius' National Day is a double cause for celebration, honouring both when the island gained independence in 1968 and became a Republic in 1992. Locals commemorate with a flag-raising ceremony, parades and a cultural show on Port Louis' waterfron... Read more |
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HOLIHindu communities across Mauritius celebrate good harvests and the Earth's fertility during Holi, the Festival of Colour. The streets are filled with loud processions, singing and dancing, and locals run amok, smearing brightly coloured powders gulal... Read more |
CHINESE NEW YEARMauritius' Chinese community celebrates New Year by hanging vibrant red lanterns and decorations in houses and streets. Families unite to watch glittering fireworks and lively dragon dances. Many feast on traditional 'good luck' foods, like raw fish ... Read more |
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MAHA SHIVARATRIDuring Maha Shivaratri thousands of Hindus, dressed in white and carrying flower-adorned arches, embark on a pilgrimage to the Grand Bassin volcanic lake. Once there they collect holy water, bathe statuettes of Lord Shiva and hold special religious c... Read more |
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THAIPOOSAM CAVADEETamil worshippers throughout Mauritius demonstrate their unwavering devotion to Lord Subramaniam at Thaipoosam Cavadee festival, an impressive display of organised religious fervour. The devotees pierce their tongue and cheeks, and then parade the st... Read more |
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