This photo was taken in Mauritius in a place called Flic en Flac. The mountain seen to the left is situated in the southwestern corner of the island. This mountain – Le Morne is a UNESCO World Heritage site because of its cultural and historical significanse. It has a hight of 556 meters and offers hiking possibilities. The story of Le Morne belongs to the darker side of the history of Mauritius. In the 18th century the mountain was used as a refuge for escaped slaves who formed a settlement in caves. In 1835 slavery was abolished. The slaves on the mountain was not aware of that. When they saw soldiers approaching, they thought they had come to arrest them, so they climbed to the top and jumpbed to their death. Le Morne is a symbol of sacrifice, suffering and fight for freedom. To day it has become a symbol of freedom and is the most important slave site in Mauritius.
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