Port Louis:
is the capital of Mauritius. It is a port on the Indian Ocean, and the nation's largest city and main port. The Citadelle dominates the city. From there, one can observe most of the city's architecture. Port Louis is surrounded by a mountain range, called the Port-Louis Moka Range. Among its most famous mountains are Le Pouce and Pieter Both which stand about 800 metres from sea level. Among the most popular spots of the City are the country's national derby called Champ de Mars, the Police Barracks known as Les Casernes and Le Port Louis Waterfront. The Mauritius Institute, dedicated to the study of the island's flora and fauna, is in Port Louis. Citizens often climb up the Signaux mountain, which is a 3 km track, that leads 500 metres high. From there, one can appreciate the landscape of the City. There are many different places to visit in Port Louis, including The Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis Bazaar and the Mauritian China town. There are also three museums to visit: Mauritius Natural History Museum, the Blue Penny Museum and the Mauritius Stamp Museum. There is also the biggest and oldest post office in Mauritius which is found near Caudan Waterfront. There is also the statue of Mahé de Labourdonnais at the Place d'Armes.
