Port Louis

Mauritius is situated in the south-west of the Indian Ocean about 800 km east of Madagascar. Together with Runion and Rodrigues it belongs to the Mascarene Islands. The island is of volcanic origin and mostly surrounded by coral-reefs. The national territory of Mauritius surrounds the islands Rodrigues, St. Brandon, Agalega-Islands and several smaller islands near the coast of Mauritius.

Attractions

Attractions include the Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis Bazaar, the Mauritian Chinatown and the old Port Louis theatre. The capital has also three museums which are: the Mauritius Natural History Museum, the Blue Penny Museum and the Mauritius Stamp Museum.

Currency

The currency of Mauritius is the Mauritian Rupee (MR).

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