Mayotte
Relax away in Mayotte
Mayotte may still be French territory, but it has its own identity. White sand and blue seas make this an idyllic beach destination. Budget well, it has similar pricing to a trip in France. All in all, it is a still a beautiful trip you should consider.
https://za.pinterest.com/pin/80642649549292671/ – Image 01 (Pilau)
Heavily influenced by the French, local cuisine does offer delightful aspects from Indian, Arabic and African cultures. You can find delicate spices such as cardamom and clove. Much of the seafood in Mayotte is cooked the French way, rich and with sauce. Common seafood dishes consist of freshly caught fish, crab and even calamari. Locals eat many meals with rice, Pilau (seasoned rice with meat) or mbawa ya tomati (chicken wings and tomatoes). Try Le Moana in Mamoudzou, serving delectable seafood. Book early because it is a real crowd pleaser. Pick up a cool drink and sinior (a pancake-like snack) as you explore Mamoudzou.
https://za.pinterest.com/pin/80642649549292671/ – Image 02 (Mahorais women)
Like Comorian people, the Mahorais men wear longer length tunics and trousers in white or muted towns with a taqiya. Men can also be seen wearing a longer sarong around their waists and t-shirts. In cities, western wear is more popular but you can still see occasional traditional dress by locals. Women wear long dresses or pagnes (West African wrap skirts) and shawls to cover their faces. Clothing in Mayotte is not as colourful as other wear in West Africa, but it still holds some allure. Special occasions have women adorning themselves in jewellery, elaborate headpieces, white face paint and flowers in their hair. A predominantly Muslim country, conservative wear is important but aren’t too freckled by what tourists wear.
http://afrotourism.com/attraction/mount-benara-forest/ – Image 03 (Mount Benara)
Mount Benara is an exciting viewpoint in Mayotte. Trips can be organised with travel agents doing a tour of the mountain. On your way to the top, you will find a thriving ecosystem of unique bird and wildlife. Here you can see Mayotte sunbirds, Robert Mertern’s day geckos and Comoro olive pigeons. It’s a rather lengthy trek under the blazing African sun, so do carry plenty water and a hat. But once you reach the top, the view is truly magnificent.
http://liguettmayotte.free.fr/sohoa1.htm – Image 04 (Plage de Sohoa)
Plage de Sohoa lies west of the capital and is a peaceful lagoon. Soothing waves and the stillness is in a quieter spot on the island. It is forty minutes away from the capital, consider making it a late afternoon trip to laze in the lagoon as you watch the sunset. Then make your way to Plage de N’gouja in Kani-Keli. There is the quaint Le Jardin Maore. A bar which opens into the ocean. Dance the night away on the sand and sip on some delightful cocktails.
http://xn—-htb4afwjg.xn--p1ai/kani-keli-mayotte.php – Image 05 (Le Jardin Maore)
As you spend your days frolicking away in the warm waters and enjoying the quietness of the island, you won’t want to leave. Mayotte is enchanting in that sense. As you leave Dzaoudzi-Pamandzi International Airport, you will be tempted to extend your stay. It’s an island waiting for your return.
