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🇲🇺 Mauritius

Republic of Mauritius · Eastern Africa

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Key facts

CapitalPort Louis
Population1.3 million
Area2,040 km² (788 mi²)
Official language(s)English, French, Mauritian Creole
CurrencyMauritian rupee (₨)
RegionAfrica
SubregionEastern Africa
ContinentAfrica
DemonymMauritian
Calling code+230
Time zoneIndian/Mauritius

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