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The Shiva statue at Grand Bassin was getting a touch up when I was there.

Shiva Looms at Grand Bassin

Shiva, the destroyer, stands 108 feet tall (33 meters) above the lakes and temples. But don’t be afraid. He’s smiling.

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The front side of Maison Eureka and some of its 109 doors and windows.

Maison Eureka and a Creole Feast

Maison Eureka is a table d’hôte and colonial mansion converted to a museum. Mauritian cuisine? “Good, really good.”

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"This is my island." I'm pretty sure that's what Big Daddy is saying. Photo by Brett Fisher.

Big Daddy’s Island

The small islet Ile aux Aigrettes off the east coast is a window to Mauritian natural history, including giant tortoises and pink pigeons. But be advised, this is Big Daddy’s island.

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First view of Mauritius out the airplane window. Photo by Lori Fisher.

Heaven Copied After Mauritius Island

Mark Twain, famous American author and pundit traveled to Mauritius. But what did he really say about it? Here’s a bit on my planning for an October 2014 trip to Mauritius island.

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