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Louis is the capital of Mauritius and has always been
one of the country's most popular tourist destinations.
It was discovered in 1735 by the French. The many tourist
attractions of the city, the busting commercial trade
facilities and all the amenities of a modern city make
Port Louis one of the most famous tourist destination
in Mauritius.
Tourists have always had a great time in Port Louis.
With so much to do and so many things to do, there is
never any dull moment in Port Louis. Take for instance
the Chinatown. It is an enthralling environment filled
with Chinese culture Chinese. The most commonly found
things in Chinatown are the many small restaurants that
specialize in delicious, authentic Chinese food. The
Jummah Mosque, built in 1853 with intricate fabulous
teak doors and decorations, is also a highlight of the
Chinatown area.
Other attractions in Port Louis comprise of the Port
Louis Bazaar, Caudan Waterfront, and the old Port Louis
theatre. The very famous museums in Port Louis, the
Mauritius Natural History Museum, the Blue Penny Museum
and the Mauritius Stamp Museum are also quite popular
with tourists. The oldest, as well as largest post office
of Mauritius is situated near the Caudan Waterfront.
The key entry and exit point of Port Louis, the Place
d'Armes, is identified by the tall palm trees.
Shopping is another great attraction in Port Louis.
The fact that the country is totally duty-free adds
to the shoppers' delight. The shopping plazas mirror
the cultural assortment of Mauritius. A great place
to shop for Mauritian handicrafts is the Port Louis
Central Bazaar.
Worldtravel4indians.com offers information on Port
Louis and other tourist destinations in Mauritius.
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