Reunion is an island born from a volcano, it becomes a tropical paradise quite unusual. The meeting consists of two great ranges, Pico de las Nieves and the peak of the oven, separated by the plains. Its unique features sandy beaches are black and the imposing amphitheater, a geological curiosity that act as amphitheaters natural.

Although a French island, three centuries of history have resulted in a melting pot of cultural diversity with people in a harmonious blend of French, India, Madagascar, Africa and China. It is because of this that the culture, religion and the kitchen is essential. The delicious food and potent shots are part of lifestyle events religious, almost always take place.

Apart from these assets, the Meeting is also known for its perfumes rare, exotic colors, Bourbon vanilla, countless sports, hot water year around, and waterfalls. It is an invitation for everyone, including honeymooners, divers, hikers and other outdoor escape its charm.

CAPITAL:

St-Denis

CLIMATE:

Warm, tropical. The best season is from May to November (more cool, dry season) in December to February is hot and humid and cyclones may occur. The rain falls in everything except June-August

CURRENCY:

1 Euro = 100 cents. Credit cards are accepted in all major centers: restaurants, hotels, gas stations and toll booths. It is best to change money in the large banks in the city center or in a business area. If only a small amount of money being exchanged, the hotel currency exchange rate may be appropriate. The recommended checks in euros.

ELECTRICITY:

20 volts, 50Hz. Plugs are mainly 2-pin round.

HEALTH:

A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required for travelers over 1 year of age coming from infected areas. Visitors are advised to take precautions arrival against polio, typhoid and hepatitis A. Other health problems are influenza (risk extends throughout the year). Tap water is safe to drink.

LANGUAGE:

The official language is French. Reunion / French Creole is spoken by some and Tamil.

Holidays:

Year New Day (1 January), Easter Monday (April 12) Labor Day (May 1) 1945 Victory Day (8 May), Ascension Day (May 20) Whit Monday (31 May), Bastille Day (July 14), Assumption (15 August), All Saints Day (November 1) Remembrance Day (November 11), abolition of slavery (20 December), Christmas (December 25)

SHOPPING:

embroidery, lace, coral jewelry, basketry; local furniture and fashion of Paris, wood sculptures /, rum, vanilla and extracts of vetiver, geranium and ylang-ylang.

SOCIAL CONVENTIONS:

Religion is 94 percent Roman Catholic, other religions including Hinduism, Islam and Buddhism. While in the temple in Tamil, the respect for the holiness and do not wear any leather. Business is conducted in French and no official interpreter services are available. The trade literature should also be french. A suit is usually not necessary.

Time difference:

GMT +4

TIPS:

Widely practiced. Ten percent is common.

Top ten attractions DESCRIPTION:

Saint-Denis:

Capital and largest city in the French overseas; historical RELGIOUS various attractions, cultural and natural heritage, for example, the Cathedral of Saint-Denis, Mountain Road, the big market, small market, History museum Natural, bright colors Tamil temples, mosques, Buddhist pagodas, Artothèque, Barachois beachfront houses and Creole Garden Jardin de l'Etat Botanical.

Saint-Paul:

Do not miss the street market, a tour of old Saint-Paul, Le Bernice, the cemetery of the coast, in the Cave of the first French colonists, Petite France and the ¯ am doing.

Saint-Gilles:

Visit the Garden of Eden, Museum Villa ¨ le, Visiobul Meeting where you can discover the sea and natural pools.

Etang-Sale:

See bird sanctuary at Etang-Sale Forest, Le Grouffe, which is an abyss and black sand beach.

Saint-Pierre and the South:

The biggest attractions of the South is its wild coastline and forests; Petit Ile is peaceful and filled flowers, while San Felipe is a huge cliff battered by the sea, the Grand Brà »là © is marked by lava slopes, Saint-Pierre is a seaside resort, see also Exotica, flavor and fragrance garden, Wild South Exhibition Hall, etc.

The East:

The towns of Saint-Benoît ® Sainte-Rose T and were burned by the lava in the fifties and seventies, respectively, see the lush greenery and waterfalls, in Saint-Andrà ©, see House of vanilla, Tamil temples along the road, churches, chapels and authentic local villages, see also Sainte-Suzanne and Bras-Panon.

The Volcano:

The oven is one of the most active, to discover on horseback, bicycle, car following Volcano road or foot to take one of several hiking trails, from the edge of a 300-meter high lookout Pas de Bellecombe may look almost perfect cone of the volcano, reaching 2631 meters, the Volcano House is for those who want to know more about volcanoes.

The High Plains:

The scenery here is magnificent, see the slopes of tampon flowers, heathland covered brambles and arum lilies in the Plaine des Cafres, a desert landscape near the volcano and green hills and fields of Plaine des Palmistes, the most incredible view is Plaine des Sables, a vast expanse of red scoria and black, almost lunar appearance.

The Circus:

Three large depressions at about 10 km in diameter, bordered by high cliffs inaccessible Salazie is the most accessible from Saint-Denis, the most-over flight, the largest and green Mafate is one of the best places in the meeting and can be reached only on foot or by helicopter; Cilaos thermal baths offering treatment for sufferers of rheumatism and stomach problems.

Mountains:

The Meeting has more than 600 miles of marked trails for hikers access to all levels and many mountains you must climb at least one.

Gerald Crawford was born in South Africa, studied electronics, telecommunication, eco-travel and african travel concepts. He taught responsible tourism in South Africa. If you have any questions or comments please e-mail me on. E-mail Address: southafricantravelarticles@12234455.co.za Website Address: http://www.12234455.co.za

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