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Port Louis''See also Port Louis, Falkland Islands.'' Port Louis, estimated population 135,371 (1996), is the capital of Mauritius. It is a port on the Indian Ocean, and the nation's largest city. The economy is dominated by its port, which handles Mauritius's international trade. Manufacturing is dominated by clothing and textiles, but also includes chemicals, plastics, and pharmaceuticals. Port Louis is located at 20°10' South, 57°31'30" East (-20.1667, 57.525). [http://earth-info.nga.mil/gns/html/cntry_files.html] Tourism is also important. The development of the Caudan waterfront, central to Port Louis, with shopping and cinema facilities, appeals to tourists visiting the city. Port Louis was founded in 1735 by the France. The population of the city is now largely made up of the descendants of laborers who immigrated from India in the 19th century. The Citadel dominates the city. The Mauritius Institute, dedicated to the study of the island's flora and fauna, is in Port Louis. Capitals in Africa Coastal cities Mauritius See other meanings of words starting from letter: PPA | PB | PC | PD | PE | PF | PG | PH | PI | PJ | PK | PL | PM | PN | PO | PR | PS | PT | PU | PW | PX | PY | PZ |Words begining with Port_Louis: Port_Louis Port_Louis,_Falkland_Islands Port_Louis,_Mauritius Port_Louis_District |
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