Mauritius: World Heritage Day Observed amidst Fears for Local Heritage

The international day for sites and monuments - also known as the World Heritage Day - was observed on Wednesday.

As per tradition, several sites and monuments across the island will be open to the public over the weekend. Sites and monuments like the State House in Réduit, the Robert Edward Hart Memorial Museum in Souillac, the Frederik Hendrik Museum in Vieux Grand Port, the Vagrant Depot in GRNW, the Martello Tower in La Preneuse and the Château Riche en Eau in Riche en Eau will exceptionally welcome the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The Bank of Mauritius Museum, Port Louis will be open to the public free of charge on weekdays from 16 to 30 April.

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