Visit the French archipelago of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean
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Engage in activities such as diving among the turtles and watching the humpback whales surfacing in this island known for its rich biodiversity. Discover the mixed culture of this island, while the scent of Ylang Ylang draws you to the mangroves.
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Strikes, protests paralyse France's Mayotte Island
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8 Tales of Regret from 8 Countries
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Fact sheet No.1: Overseas territories Enhancing sovereignty and regional integration in the Indo-Pacific :: La France en Indo-Pacifique :: Foundation for Strategic Research :: FRS
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Mayotte - Wikipedia
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Mayotte's Lagoon
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7 experiences to see Mayotte's lagoon at its best
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Restoring Mayotte's lagoon: when a newly born volcano meets human resilience
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History of the DLEM – Foreign Legion Detachment in Mayotte