Excursions / Culture / Mahebourg Walking Tour
A Journey Through Time – Back to Where It All Began
Full-Day Experience – Includes Transfer & Guide
Step back in time and explore the rich heritage of Mauritius, beginning with a visit to a Tamil temple, showcasing vibrant architecture and spiritual traditions. Continue to the National History Museum, housed in a French colonial mansion dating back to 1772, where you’ll discover naval artifacts from historic shipwrecks, including the Battle of Grand Port and Le St Géran. Next, visit the
Notre Dame des Anges Church, built in 1849, followed by a short stop at a Mosque
, a lively tour of the local market, and a peaceful stroll along the waterfront.
Conclude your journey at the Biscuiterie H. Rault, an iconic cassava biscuit factory established in 1870. Learn about the traditional biscuit-making process
, and enjoy a delightful tasting session with a cup of tea, bringing this immersive cultural experience to a perfect close.
Highlights:
Explore artefacts from the 15th to 18th centuries at the National History Museum, offering a glimpse into Mauritius' rich maritime past. Then, visit the
Biscuiterie H. Rault factory, where a secret cassava biscuit recipe has been passed down through five generations, preserving a unique culinary tradition.
Did You Know:
Commemorated on the iconic Arc de Triomphe in France, the Battle of Grand Port
stands as the only naval battle during the Napoleonic Wars where the French triumphed over the British navy, marking a significant chapter in maritime history.
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