Mauritius is a volcanic island in the Indian Ocean famous for its beautiful beaches, calm lagoons, and coral reefs. In the middle of the island, there are mountains and a national park called Black River Gorges. This area has rainforests, waterfalls, walking trails, and animals that are native to the place, like the flying fox. The capital city, Port Louis, has a mix of different cultural influences. You can visit places like the Champs de Mars horse racing track, a historic plantation from the colonial era, and a botanical garden that dates back to the 18th century.