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 Pointe Lafayette, Mauritius
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| a point - a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
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Pointe Lafayette facts
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| Alternate Names: | Fayette Point,Pointe a Fayette,Pointe à Fayette |
| Latitude: | -20.1252778 |
| Longitude: | 57.7511111 |
| Population: | 0 |
| Elevation: | 0 meters above sea level |
| Average Elevation (average elevation of 30'x30' (ca 900mx900m) area): | -9999 meters above sea level |
| Timezone: | Indian/Mauritius |
| The time in Pointe Lafayette: | Sat Nov 21 14:22:33 MUST 2009 |
| Sunrise: | Sat Nov 21 06:20:00 MUST 2009 |
| Sunset: | Sat Nov 21 19:29:00 MUST 2009 |
| Is it daytime in Pointe Lafayette?: | true |
Pointe Lafayette Weather from PLAISANCE
(approximately 33.58 km away): | Plaisance Mauritius , Mauritius (FIMP) 20-26S 057-40E 57M
Nov 21, 2009 - 04:00 AM EST / 2009.11.21 0900 UTC
Wind: from the SSE (160 degrees) at 16 MPH (14 KT):0
Visibility: greater than 7 mile(s):0
Sky conditions: partly cloudy
Temperature: 77 F (25 C)
Dew Point: 64 F (18 C)
Relative Humidity: 65%
Pressure (altimeter): 30.12 in. Hg (1020 hPa)
ob: FIMP 210900Z 16014KT 9999 SCT017 SCT050 25/18 Q1020
cycle: 9
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Areas around Pointe Lafayette that may be of interest
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| Abbe Bank | apprx. 23.3 km away | bank(s) | an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation |
| La Caille Bank | apprx. 25.1 km away | bank(s) | an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation |
| The Blinder | apprx. 31.5 km away | reef(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material |
| Nab Reef | apprx. 34.4 km away | reef(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material |
| Pointe Lafayette | apprx. 0 km away | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| Round Island | apprx. 31 km away | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| Serpent Island | apprx. 34.8 km away | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
Some facts about Mauritius
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| Capital: | Port Louis |
| Area (km sq): | 2,040 |
| Population: | 1,260,000 |
| Continent: | Africa |
| Currency: | Rupee |
| Neighbors: | |
| Languages: | en-MU,bho,fr |
| Life expectancy at birth: | total population: 73.75 years
male: 70.28 years
female: 77.4 years (2008 est.) | | Electricity - consumption: | 2.058 billion kWh (2006 est.) | | Natural gas - proved reserves: | 0 cu m (1 January 2006 est.) | | Stock of quasi money: | $6.759 billion (31 December 2007) | | GDP - per capita (PPP): | $12,400 (2008 est.) |
United States Travel Advisory Excerpt for
Mauritius ***for complete and up to date
advisory see US
Travel Advisory
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| January 16, 2009 COUNTRY DESCRIPTION: The Republic of Mauritius is a small island nation of four inhabited and several other islands located in the southwestern Indian Ocean. Mauritius has a stable government and a diverse economy. Its per capita GDP of $7000 is the second highest in Africa. Facilities for tourism are well-developed. English is the official language of Mauritius; however Creole and French are also widely spoken. English may not be understood outside of main towns and tourist areas. The capital city is Port Louis. Please read the Department of State Background Notes on Mauritius for additional information. | | CHILDREN'S ISSUES: For information see our Office of Children’s Issues web pages on intercountry adoption and international parental child abduction. | | INFORMATION FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME: The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police and the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. If you are the victim of a crime while overseas, in addition to reporting to local police, please contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate for assistance. The Embassy/Consulate staff can, for example, assist you to find appropriate medical care, contact family members or friends and explain how funds could be transferred. Although the investigation and prosecution of the crime is solely the responsibility of local authorities, consular officers can help you to understand the local criminal justice process and to find an attorney if needed. The local equivalent to the “911” emergency line in Mauritius is: 999 for police, 114 for emergency medical assistance, and 115 for the fire service. See our information on Victims of Crime. | | SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES: Spear fishing equipment may not be imported to Mauritius. Animals may be required to undergo a quarantine period of up to six months, depending on the country of origin and residence history. Please contact the Mauritian Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at (+230) 464-5084 for specific information related to your pet. Please see our Customs Information. |
General information on Pointe Lafayette
Flacq Travel Guide - Top Hotels, Restaurants, Vacations ...Flacq is in the eastern coastal district of Mauritius, 30 mi/48 km east of Port Louis. ... Pointe aux Piments. Poste Lafayette. Grande Riviere Sud Est. Roches ... Mauritius Holidays - Holidays in MauritiusDistricts of Mauritius : Black River, Flacq, Grand Port, ... Pointe aux Canonniers. Pointe aux Piments. Poste de Flacq (Choisy) Pointe de Flacq. Poste Lafayette ... Mauritius more info, Mauritius - Yahoo! TravelPoste Lafayette is a city in Mauritius.The main attractions of Mauritius are ... Flacq is in the eastern coastal district of Mauritius, 30 mi/48 km east of Port Louis. ... MapPlanet: List of locationsPointe d' Esny. F. Fayence Mountain. Passe de Flacq. Poste de Flacq. Flacq District. Flacq Point ... Caroline. La Commune. Pointe Lafayette. Poste La Fayette. La Gaiété ... Mauritius travel guide - WikitravelThere are 9 districts: Black River. Flacq. Grand Port. Moka. Pamplemousses. Plaines Wilhems ... beach at Pointe d'Esny in the South – Eastern part of the island ...
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