THE SPOTLIGHT ON THE CENTER OF MAURITIUS
Lost in a Known Town
LOST IN A KNOWN TOWN
During the week, some friends and I decided to have a walk in the city – the one that we have lived in ever since our childhood. While wandering around without any purpose, we were admiring the window decorations of shops made for Christmas. And suddenly, something unexpected occurred – we lost our way in this very town that we thought we knew at our fingertips!
We then played a game: tossing the coin to find our way home. Head = Right, Tail = Left. In reality, we were drifting through the urban environment of Porlwi – a continuous dérive (Converley, 2010:85). This experience was different from the classical notions of the journey and the stroll. (Converley, 2010:96). We were creating connections of the narratives – the new experience and what we have learnt since our childhood. We rediscovered Porlwi; we have come across things that we have never seen before: street food vendors, old shops selling antique objects, and more.
What’s really amazing about drifting is the power to get lost while still discovering our own surroundings. We were so lost in our dérive that we lost track of where we really were. But it was getting dark, and we had to return home. And since we had a map in which we were noting down the streets we went through, we used it as a pathway to get back.
While returning, we realised that everything we came across while getting lost, did not have the same image as when we were walking back through these same streets. We have always travelled around these streets, but we have never really taken the time to appreciate its beauty. So, what we realised is that it is only by letting go of our “work-eat-sleep-repeat” habit that we can truly explore our surroundings
Quatre Bornes
LOST IN A KNOWN TOWN
During the week, some friends and I decided to have a walk in the city – the one that we have lived in ever since our childhood. While wandering around without any purpose, we were admiring the window decorations of shops made for Christmas. And suddenly, something unexpected occurred – we lost our way in this very town that we thought we knew at our fingertips!
We then played a game: tossing the coin to find our way home. Head = Right, Tail = Left. In reality, we were drifting through the urban environment of Porlwi – a continuous dérive (Converley, 2010:85). This experience was different from the classical notions of the journey and the stroll. (Converley, 2010:96). We were creating connections of the narratives – the new experience and what we have learnt since our childhood. We rediscovered Porlwi; we have come across things that we have never seen before: street food vendors, old shops selling antique objects, and more.
What’s really amazing about drifting is the power to get lost while still discovering our own surroundings. We were so lost in our dérive that we lost track of where we really were. But it was getting dark, and we had to return home. And since we had a map in which we were noting down the streets we went through, we used it as a pathway to get back.
While returning, we realised that everything we came across while getting lost, did not have the same image as when we were walking back through these same streets. We have always travelled around these streets, but we have never really taken the time to appreciate its beauty. So, what we realised is that it is only by letting go of our “work-eat-sleep-repeat” habit that we can truly explore our surroundings
Food Discovery
Want to taste our Mauritian food in the largest colonial house in Mauritius?
Eureka House, located by the river of Moka, is the place to be.
Built in 1830 and originally owned by British and French aristocrats in the 19th century, the Eureka Mansion is reputed to be one of the largest houses on the island. After lunch or dinner, you can have a visit of the Eureka Mansion which will provide you an intriguing glimpse into colonial life. The house is filled with antiques and photos of the period. It also has a magnificent garden surrounded by waterfalls of the Moka River.
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Eureka - La Maison Creole
Eureka Lane, Montagne Ory Eureka LaneWant to taste our Mauritian food in the largest colonial house in Mauritius?
Eureka House, located by the river of Moka, is the place to be.
Built in 1830 and originally owned by British and French aristocrats in the 19th century, the Eureka Mansion is reputed to be one of the largest houses on the island. After lunch or dinner, you can have a visit of the Eureka Mansion which will provide you an intriguing glimpse into colonial life. The house is filled with antiques and photos of the period. It also has a magnificent garden surrounded by waterfalls of the Moka River.
Sightseeing
Are you Eco-Friendly and want to visit our local ‘hand of fame’?
Then, the Mauritius glass gallery is a must place to visit.
In Mauritius, famous visitors over the years have had their hands casts and moulded in recycled glass. The famous “Hand of fame” is found in the Mauritius Glass Gallery.
The Mauritius Glass Gallery is where you can see skilled craftsmen challenge the limits of their imagination and creativity! The exquisite varieties of home wares made from 100% recycled glass are to-die-for! Not only are they popular for their very affordable price, durability and decorative edge, above all, it is an environmentally-friendly option! Thanks to a joint initiative with Phoenix Beer and Phoenix Camp Minerals (Coca-Cola), used bottles and glass are brought to life again at The Mauritius Glass Gallery, where skillful craftsmen use the traditional techniques of glass blowing.
If you are Eco-friendly, I am sure you will enjoy this world where ecological interest are combined with art, craft and charity.
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Mauritius Glass Gallery Ltd.
129 John Kennedy AveAre you Eco-Friendly and want to visit our local ‘hand of fame’?
Then, the Mauritius glass gallery is a must place to visit.
In Mauritius, famous visitors over the years have had their hands casts and moulded in recycled glass. The famous “Hand of fame” is found in the Mauritius Glass Gallery.
The Mauritius Glass Gallery is where you can see skilled craftsmen challenge the limits of their imagination and creativity! The exquisite varieties of home wares made from 100% recycled glass are to-die-for! Not only are they popular for their very affordable price, durability and decorative edge, above all, it is an environmentally-friendly option! Thanks to a joint initiative with Phoenix Beer and Phoenix Camp Minerals (Coca-Cola), used bottles and glass are brought to life again at The Mauritius Glass Gallery, where skillful craftsmen use the traditional techniques of glass blowing.
If you are Eco-friendly, I am sure you will enjoy this world where ecological interest are combined with art, craft and charity.
Do you want to keep fit during your stay in Mauritius?
Trou aux Cerfs is an amazing place to jog or to walk and the track is approximately 1.2 km, enough to burn some calories!
Enjoy a breath of fresh air and the panoramic views from the top of “Trou aux Cerfs”, an extinct volcano dating back about 700,000 years. This volcano crater is found in Curepipe, a favourite sightseeing place for many locals and tourists. From the crater, you can have a 360-degree view of the town of Curepipe
The bowl is heavily wooded and from the road around the rim – a favourite spot for joggers and walkers – you get lovely views of the plateau. There are benches for rest and reflection.
Indeed, Trou aux Cerfs is an amazing place to go for a jog or sit on the bench to enjoy the sunset. If you enjoy neither, you will still enjoy the bird’s eye view of the city and the mountain ranges.
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Trou Aux Cerfs eldfjall
Route Floreal Georges Guibert StDo you want to keep fit during your stay in Mauritius?
Trou aux Cerfs is an amazing place to jog or to walk and the track is approximately 1.2 km, enough to burn some calories!
Enjoy a breath of fresh air and the panoramic views from the top of “Trou aux Cerfs”, an extinct volcano dating back about 700,000 years. This volcano crater is found in Curepipe, a favourite sightseeing place for many locals and tourists. From the crater, you can have a 360-degree view of the town of Curepipe
The bowl is heavily wooded and from the road around the rim – a favourite spot for joggers and walkers – you get lovely views of the plateau. There are benches for rest and reflection.
Indeed, Trou aux Cerfs is an amazing place to go for a jog or sit on the bench to enjoy the sunset. If you enjoy neither, you will still enjoy the bird’s eye view of the city and the mountain ranges.