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Introducing Pamplemousses
Most visitors to northern Mauritius take the time to visit Pamplemousses for its famous botanical gardens, which are worth a diversion if you fancy an afternoon away from the beach. Officially known as the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens (occasionally referred to as the Royal Botanical Gardens), they feature a stunning variety of endemic and foreign plant species. The nearby decommissioned Beau Plan sugar factory has also been converted into a fascinating museum.
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The town itself was named for the grapefruit-like citrus trees that the Dutch introduced to Mauritius from Java. It has a typically Mauritian feel and is a million miles away from Grand Baie or Trou aux Biches, although there are no other sights.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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