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THE PORT LOUIS CITY AND NORTH TOUR
The North Tour
The Red Roofed church of Cap Malheureux
Pereybere public beach – the best sea swimming spot on the island
Grand Bay – Shopping Area, Restaurants, Water Sports - Undersea Walk, water ski, banana boat… Deep Sea fishing...
Mont Choisy and Trou aux Biches – long stretches of white sand... Casino…
L’Aventure du Sucre – till recently a sugar factory, the Sugar Museum gives a true historical resume of the sweet history of the island... From the days of slavery, the importation of indentured labourers, all the realities of the sugar industry are shared in a proactive way with the keen visitor...
Pamplemousses Garden – known to botanists all over the world for its important collection of indigenous and exotic plants, including giant water lilies (Victoria Amazonica) and a large collection of Palm trees. The Talipot (East Indian fan palm) is of particular interest - according to the legend it flowers only once in sixty years and thereafter dies.
The Port Louis City Tour - The capital and principal port of the island was founded in 1735 by French governor Mahe de Labourdonnais. Filled with history and local ambiance, Port Louis is a must. So much to see, so much to do... Some spend a whole day in the city...
Port Louis Market – recently renovated, this charming bustling market built in 1844 introduces the tourist to the various aspects of Mauritian life and culture.
China Town – restaurants, street vendors and small boutiques, one may forget that it is not China...
Place D’Armes – with giant palm trees on both sides of the road leading to the Government House, statues of those who left their impression on the island remind us of the history of the country... Mahe de Labourdonnais, Queen Victoria and more recently Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam, the father of the nation...
The Champ de Mars – the oldest racecourse in the southern hemisphere and the second most ancient in the world was founded by Colonel Draper in 1812.
The Citadelle (Fort Adelaide) – Governor William Nicolay had this fort built between 1834 and 1840 to dissuade uprising in the city at the time of the abolition of slavery... Overlooking the city of Port Louis, the view is breath taking and a boon to photographers...
The Saint Louis Cathedral – this Roman Catholic Church was built in 1786 by the governor Viscount de Souillac...
Tamil Temple of Kaylasson – at the entrance of the City, you may visit this big south Indian temple and have a prayer recited for yourself and your family...
Marie Reine de La Paix – at the foot of Signal Mountain, this sacred area hosted the Pope Paul VI mass when he kissed the soil of Mauritius...
Caudan Waterfront and Port Louis Waterfront – modern architectural buildings mixed with remnants of the past, our stunning waterfront provides the ultimate in relaxation, shopping and good food...
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