Black Magic on Re Union Island
The grave of the African sorcere, Le Sitarane, in St. Pierre’s cemetery on Re Union is a popular pilgrimage spot for followers of black magic.
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Indian Ocean Islands
Religious Festivals of Mauritius
The location of Mauritius at the crossroads of trade routes linking Asia, Africa and the Middle East has led to a mixture of cultures blending Hindu , African and Islamic beliefs.
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Pilot Globe Guides – East African Islands
Follow our presenters through this mesmerising show that will take you on a trip to some of the best islands
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Port Louis Central Market
Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius – star and key of the Indian Ocean. The capital was moved from Grand Port to Port Louis by the fifth French Governor of the island, Mahé de La Bourdonnais, back in 1735 who established a great, big harbour to encourage trade. As a result of his efforts, Mauritius became the most important port in the Western Indian Ocean.
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Climbing La Piton De La Fournaise Volcano
La Piton De La Fournaise stands at over 8,000 feet. The volcano has erupted thirty times in the last seven years making it one of the most active volcanos in the world. The last major eruption took place in 1986 when the lava flows reached the sea and added a fair amount of land to the island.
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