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Port Louis

Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, located on the island of Mauritius. The available information identifies it as a geographic reference but does not describe its neighborhoods, sights, or local services.

Historic steps and stone walls at Aapravasi Ghat in Port Louis.
Photo by आशीष भटनागर Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0
The place

What makes it special

  • Capital of Mauritius.
  • Located on the island of Mauritius.
Urban view of Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius.
Photo by Thierry Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0
A visitor views an indentured-labour exhibit at the Aapravasi Ghat interpretation centre.
Photo by आशीष भटनागर Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0
Travel atlas

Articles in Port Louis

Guides to this place

2 articles

Port Louis

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Guides to this place

2 related guides

Mauritius and Port Louis: a geographic introduction

A brief guide to locating Mauritius in East Africa and getting your bearings with the essentials: Port Louis, languages and currency.

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Urban view of Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius.

Mauritius: Port Louis and Essential Travel Information

A first look at Mauritius: its capital, location, languages and currency, plus what to check before planning your trip.

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Profile updated: 09/10/2026