Curepipe

Curepipe, known as La Ville-Lumière, lies high on the central plateau of Mauritius and is famous for its colonial architecture. The town grew especially in the second half of the nineteenth century, when many residents …

1 Trou aux Cerfs (Murr's Volcano). This volcano crater dormant for 700,000 years is the main attraction in Curepipe. (updated Mar 2018) 2 Botanic Gardens, Route des Jardins. Daily 6AM-6PM (except some public holidays). …

Curepipe (Mauritian Creole pronunciation: [kiːəpip]), also known as La Ville-Lumière (The City of Light), is a town in Mauritius, located mainly in the Plaines Wilhems District. Its eastern part lies in the Moka Distric…

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Every place has spots only locals know: a bench with a view, a courtyard full of flowers, a little path along the water. Which hidden corner of Curepipe would you show a newcomer? Let us in on the secret!

Parents and grandparents know it well: not all playgrounds are equal. Which playground in Curepipe is your favourite, and why? Share your tips with other families!

Football, table tennis, swimming or a walking group: clubs are often the best way to meet people. Which club are you part of in Curepipe, and are you looking for new members? Give your club a quick shout-out!

Missa Papae Marcelli - V. Agnus Dei I Musopen · Public Domain

Violin Concerto no. 1 in B flat major K. 207 II. Adagio (Mozart) European Archive Musopen · Public Domain

Mozart Concerto No.1 in F major III. Rondo (Mozart) European Archive Musopen · Public Domain