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Founded in 1735 by the French, Port Louis is the capital and largest city of Mauritius. It is also the district capital of Port Louis.
WHY GO
The bustle and chaos of the streets, the famous market town, Chinatown, the collection of museums and some beautifully preserved colonial buildings, make Port Louis a lot more than just a place to visit for some shopping and enjoy the beach.
AVOID
Company Gardens, frequented by drug traffickers.
During the day is a very safe city, but beware of pickpockets particularly in the market and around the bus stations.
GUIDANCE
It is a port in the Indian Ocean, northwest of Mauritius.
WHEN TO GO
Mauritius has a tropical climate with more rain in summer than in winter. Prefer the winter because it is cooler and the sun is more bearable, the sea remains pleasant in winter with temperatures around 22 ° C.
HOW TO GET THERE
International Airport Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam is located in Plaisance and is the main entry point for travelers to Mauritius.
GETTING AROUND
As a small city, Port Louis may well go on foot.
TAXIS
Expect to pay between 50 and 10 rupees for a short taxi ride across town, and a little more at night. It's a good idea to combine a price before entering a taxi.
COACH
The two bus stations in Port Louis are in the city center: the Immigration Square, where buses are heading to destinations north and east of the city as Trou aux Biches, Grand Baie and Pamplemousses and Victoria Square whose destinations are located to the south and west of the city, including Mahébourg, Curepipe and Quatre Bornes, with times between 6 and 18h.
CAR RENTAL
In the center of the city give up driving. There are too many traffic jams. But if you prefer a stroll around the island, rent a car in the international agencies like Hertz which is in the city center or airport.
TIPS
If you like gardens, do not miss Domaine Les Pailles.
MONEY
The official currency of Mauritius is the Mauritian rupee (MUR) and 1 corresponds to € 38.800 MUR.
