Folktales and legends in Mauritius

Diksha

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Trou aux Biches, Pamplemousses

Diksha

27 November 2019 05:31:28

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Diksha

27 November 2019 05:31:28

4832

Trou aux Biches, Pamplemousses

Hello everyone,

Time to spark your imagination! Below is a list of questions to pique your interest in folktales and legends associated with Mauritius.

1. Name 3 popular legends that have been passed down from generation to generation in Mauritius.
2. Name 2 famous legendary, heroic characters part of Mauritian folklore.
3. Which are the villains which feature in local folktales?
4. Have any legends/folktales led to common superstitious beliefs or practices observed today in Mauritius?
5. Have you come across any folktale with a message which has struck you as interesting?

Thanks for participating,
Diksha