8. Jardin Exotique
The Jardin Exotique is a must-see for travelers with green thumbs. This botanical garden, built on the side of a cliff, boasts more than 1,000 succulents, most of which are cacti. Some of the plants are more than 100 years old. An underground cave is located at the foot of the cliff; guided tours can be arranged. The garden is also home to the Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology since remains of prehistoric man were found on the site. The garden is a great place to take panoramic photos of Monaco since it overlooks the harbor.
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3. Rum
One of the best rums that you can buy for 25 USD is from Mauritius. The sugar canes of this rum were grown in Mauritius’ volcanic soil. You can choose among multiple flavors such as vanilla-infused coconut, spices, lychee, coffee, and many more. However, the agricultural rum that is made from sugarcane juice is one of the best. Incidentally, Mauritius is the largest global exporter of sugarcane by-products and plays a significant role in rum supply.
4. Rochester Falls is set in a rugged, wild and lush green landscape in the Savanne district of Mauritius. The fall is one of the most popular tourist attractions, has been in the spotlight for being featured in many Bollywood movies. One of its main features is the unique and dramatic cliff face which has been transformed into jagged rectangular blocks by the force of powerful water over the past hundreds years. It is the widest waterfall in Mauritius.
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6. Dolphin Spotting
Mauritius is popular for its dolphin cruise, which ideally starts early in the morning, just a little before sunrise. You are taken to the open sea where you can spot dolphins and even enjoy a refreshing swim with these magnificent creatures. Tamarin Bay or Flic en Fac are the best beaches for this activity
7.Le Morne Brabant
This majestic basaltic mountain with a summit of 556 metres (1,824 ft.) above sea level,
Le Morne a symbol of the slaves' fight for freedom, their suffering, and their sacrifice, all of which have relevance to the countries from which the slaves came - the African mainland, Madagascar, India, and South-east Asia. 
8. The dodo is an extinct flightless bird that was endemic to the island of Mauritius. The first recorded mention of the dodo was by Dutch sailors in 1598. In the following years, the bird was hunted by sailors and invasive species, while its habitat was being destroyed. The last widely accepted sighting of a dodo was in 1662. The dodo's appearance in life is evidenced only by drawings, paintings, and written accounts from the 17th century. Since these portraits vary considerably, and since only some of the illustrations are known to have been drawn from live specimens, the dodos' exact appearance in life remains unresolved, and little is known about its behaviour.
9. Rougaille
Rougaille is a classic Mauritian dish that goes by many names. Since it’s a tomato-based dish with lots of spices, it goes well with any type of food. Vegetarians can have it with salads and non-vegetarians can eat it with eggs, prawns, and sausages. This yummy dish is the favorite of most Mauritian people. It is a combination of onions, ginger, garlic, coriander, chilies, curry leaves, spring onions, and many other spices.
10. Ruizia boutoniana, known by its native Creole name boucle d'oreille, is a shrub in the family Malvaceae. It is endemic to Mauritius. Ruizia boutoniana is the national flower of Mauritius since 1992 and it is often illustrated on stamps of Mauritius. It was named after French botanist Louis Bouton.
