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Places to see & things to do @Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius.

2009 - Apr - 3 | , , ,

Featured Image : Photo by Ling Tang on Unsplash

There’s a good selection of entertainment available in Port Louis. There are two major cinemas, Star and Cinemaxx. The former is situated along the Caudan waterfront while the latter on Port Louis Waterfront.

Theatre lovers can pop in to the Municipal Theatre which holds various plays and musical events.

Company Gardens has some wonderfully large banyan trees and is worth a visit – just do not be there past sunset as it transforms into a seedy red light district. It’s also ill advised for single ladies to be in this area by themselves.

Mauritius is a good example of a harmonious multi national society. There are some notable churches and Cathedrals to be seen – St Louis Cathedral and St James Cathedral are well worth a visit.

Some of the most breathtaking views of the city can be seen from the Citadel (Fort Adelaide).

Getting around Port Louis is best done by taxi. It’s not especially expensive to hire taxi’s, and it is a far better option than trying to drive yourself within the city (the traffic can be intense, and the driving of the Mauritius public isn’t exactly world class).

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Quaint places to visit in the South of Mauritius.

2009 - Mar - 21 | , , ,

The southern coast of Mauritius is known for it’s natural beauty – many holiday makers to Mauritius choose to do a scenic drive from Mahebourg down to Baie du Cap, simply because the scenery is unrivalled even in most places within Mauritius (let alone the world).

There’s a remarkably diverse range of scenery here – sugar canes and mountains meet picturesque harbour villages – there’s even waterfalls and forests to keep your camcorder more than busy.

There’s also a rather incredible wildlife reserve island on lle aux Aigrettes – it’s possible to book a boat to visit the island (tours are available – you can request more information from the resort you stay it to book).

Along the North/South border is Bambous Virieux, with a small population of under 3,000 – there really aren’t many places to stay here but it’s known for the Vieux Grand Port which some visitors to Mauritius decide to tour – the Frederik Hendrik Museum is here (admission is free) which showcases the Dutch influences of Mauritius.

There’s not too much in the way of developments, or even points of interests along the rest of Southern Mauritius – some of the destinations you’ll come over include Riviere des Anguilles, Souillac, Pointe aux Roches and Bel Ombre.

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Places to see & Things to do @Mahebourg.

2009 - Mar - 14 | , , ,

Mahebourg is very well known for one of Mauritius’ most popular museums – the National History Museum is located very close to Pointe d’Esny.

There are many artefacts and displays, many with a distinct sea flavour – such as Spanish coins rescued from a sunken wreck from the seventeenth century. Many tourists to Mauritius enjoy visiting the museum – other artefacts include pistols and weaponry, maps and paintings from various stages of Mauritius history and it’s different rulers. Well worth a look, happily the admission is free so it wont break the bank.

Also worth a quick look near to Mahebourg are the quaint Rault Biscuit Factory and Notre Dame Des Anges tower. Mahebourg is also your best chance for water sports along the south of Mauritius – holiday makers to south Mauritius tend to visit the Bluebay area which has several places to dive and snorkey – Coral Diving is the major business here for diving and you can find it at Le Preskil hotel at Pointe d’Esny. You can also enjoy glass bottomed boat trips, and day trips to nearby islands from this area.

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Central Mauritius

2009 - Feb - 11 | , ,

The Central Mauritius region is known for two major areas – the Black River Gorges (National Park) and Curepipe.

There are other villages spread throughout the centre but the above two tend to be the major destination for tourists on holiday to Mauritius.

The National Park allows for a good deal of hiking and there are some splendid mountain scenes to be taken in here – and the National Park is within relatively easy reach from most areas of Mauritius.

Black River Gorges (National Park)

This very unique region of Mauritius has some incredible mountains, spectacular scenery including gushing waterfalls, and represents great opportunities for hiking and nature lovers.

A scenic drive is very much recommended within the National Park and you can go on an organised tour, or even hire a car to take you for the day. The resort you stay at should tell you how you can book a car or excursion to visit.

There’s a tourist information centre available for holiday makers who wish to explore the Park further, and go on for hikes.

It’s also possible to take a quad bike tour within the National Park – his very unique region of Mauritius has

One of the best vista points from within the park is the majestic Central Plateau where it’s possible to catch awesome panoramic views over the landscape.

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Is, Mauritius, all about longing in front of a gorgeous beach?

Is, Mauritius, all about longing in front of a gorgeous beach?

2009 - Feb - 7 | ,

Featured Image : By S Molteno – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=25935306

You may think that Mauritius is all about longing in front of a gorgeous beach and enjoying all inclusive service 24 hours a day – there is that, but if you’re considering it as a holiday destination you ought to know that there’re much more to it than just that.

There are some awesome natural wonders, as encapsulated by the national parks of Black River Gorges (southwest Mauritius), Bluebay and Balaclava (Western Mauritius). Here you can enjoy the splendid nature that Mauritius offers the tourist and enjoy activities such as hiking and bird watching among others.

And no experience to Mauritius is complete without a visit to Port Louis – one of the most vibrant spots within the island, and one that’s simply crawling with wonderful restaurants, streets bustling with busy shops and some homely bars and café’s. As you may expect, Port Louis is actually the economic core of Mauritius, being the country’s business district.

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A Must See Town In Central Mauritius.

A Must See Town In Central Mauritius.

2009 - Feb - 1 | , , ,

Featured Image : By S Molteno – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=25935306

Curepipe

Curepipe is by far one of the most densely populated areas within Central Mauritius, and in fact the country as a whole. It has an excellent selection of shops, restaurants and amenities, so it’s no wonder that many holiday makers to Central Mauritius choose this location to stay.

Because of it’s relatively high altitude, Curepipe often experiences more rain and cooler temperatures than many other places within Mauritius.

Despite being a relatively large town, there aren’t exactly an abundance of hotels and resorts to stay at within Curepipe. Accommodation within this central Mauritius location is limited to a couple of uninspiring guest houses and hotels such as Auberge de la Madelon and the Shanghai.

As a result, Curepipe tends to be a more popular base for back packers and budget travellers looking to tour Mauritius on the cheap.

Places To Eat In Curepipe

There are certainly many better eating options than sleeping ones in Curepipe.

For a place that serves up sizzling meat dishes and succulent burgers of different varieties try Manhattan. If you’re looking for a more upmarket experience, La Potiniere offers classy French food which may be a strain on the credit card – not one for the budget conscious though.

Things To See & Do In Curepipe

Curepipe makes a nice town to explore – there are also some nice shopping regions within the area, some of which have a very western feel. The pick of these are the Sunsheel Centre and Curimjee Centre. There are also some pleasant bookshops and banks available if you need to exchange some cash.

There’s plenty more sights too – Botanical Gardens for example is a pleasant place to have a stroll and is a keen picnic spot for the locals. Trou Aux Cerfs is another point of interest – a volcanic crater that’s very popular with holiday makers to the central area of Mauritius.

There are also some notable places to visit in and around Curepipe – the obvious place to visit is Black Gorges National Park – use it as a base to explore the National Park.

Other places nearby that are make for excursions for Mauritius tourists include Rose Hill, Moka and Quatre Bornes. Between them they have a decent mix of restaurants and places of interest. For example the Creole Buildings on Rose Hill are worth a visit, and Floreal has the textiles museum.

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