Mauritius map and facts
Republic of Mauritius · Eastern Africa, Africa. Capital: Port Louis.
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Mauritius in magenta · ● capital
Mauritius in context
Mauritius is home to about 1.2 million people, 0.02% of the world's population, on 2,040 km² of territory. It has no land borders with other countries.
Closest in size in Africa: compare Mauritius and Comoros. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.
Mauritius FAQ
What is the capital of Mauritius?
The capital of Mauritius is Port Louis.
What is the population of Mauritius?
About 1.2 million people (1,243,741), which ranks 156th of 197 countries.
How big is Mauritius?
Mauritius covers 2,040 km² (788 sq mi), the 171st-largest country by area.
What continent is Mauritius in?
Mauritius is in Africa, in the Eastern Africa subregion.
What countries border Mauritius?
Mauritius has no land borders; it is surrounded by sea.
What language is spoken in Mauritius?
Official or national languages: English, French, Mauritian Creole.