In light of the fact that we are a cosmopolitan island with a wide diversity in cultures and beliefs, the …
Category: History & Heritage
Learn about the rich history and heritage of Mauritius by exploring its old buildings, various historical events, and other topics related.
Located in Port-Louis, between Maillard Street and George Guibert Street, there is an old establishment that has been abandoned and is located right behind the Renganaden Seeneevassen Building. This establishment frequently piques the interest of numerous individuals.
The Château Val Ory, nestled in a secluded area of Moka and encircled by breathtaking scenery, holds significant cultural, historical, and diplomatic connections with Mauritius and the Islamic Republic of Iran. We are going to discover this amazing location today.
Hundreds of streets in Port-Louis have seen transformations throughout the centuries, from the French and British to the independence era. Only a few of their names, for example, have been altered.
Mauritius has a long and illustrious history in the sugar industry. We had over 200 sugar mills and aloe fiber mills, but there were also a few windmills that existed and served their purpose.
Due to human activities and cruelties, most of our native endemic animals’ survival is at risk. Fortunately, with the immense efforts on conservation plans and acute measures for their protection by certain bodies, most of these endemic species have been rescued.
Since sugarcane was introduced by Adriaan Van Der Stel in 1639, nobody imagined this plant would create such an immense impact. However, it turned out to be a revolutionized industry for the next 300 years.
The historic site of the Old Powder Mill, which is situated in a secluded part of Pamplemousses, has been neglected and in terrible condition for many years.