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Blue Penny Museum

(230) 210 9204

Cultural heritage

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It houses some prestigious collections, which are true testimony of the historical and cultural wealth and diversity of Mauritius, in a stunning layout.

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Types of visits

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Discover more about the different types of visits that you can opt for in this section. 

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islandbuilders
This room has a magical quality and provides an insight into the world of navigation.
ageofdicovery
The second room of the museum offers a broad outline of the colonial history of the island.
portlouis
This third room houses a series of old images and maps that will take you on a voyage through time, back to the Port Louis of the 18th and 19th centuries.
postaladventure
The visit of the museum continues into a room that offers a broad outline of the history of postal services in Mauritius.
pauletvirginie
This famous novel by the French author, Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre, is forever associated with Mauritius and the mythical story of these two lovers is a masterpiece of world literature.