Mahebourg Museum The National History Museum in Mahebourg is a most charming attraction in the South East of Mauritius.
Mahebourg Museum The National History Museum in Mahebourg is a most charming attraction in the South East of Mauritius. Imagine a rare and near complete skeleton of the dodo, naval memorabilia and posters with images depicting life during colonial times. The museum is housed in a vintage ‘old world’ mansion and is listed as a National Heritage Museum History This lovely home also known as Gheude Castle was built at the end of the 18th century. The colonial mansion was first owned by the de Robillard family. Mr Jean de Robillard was the commander of the Grand Port district. Various important French settlers lived in the house afterwards. The Mauritius government bought the house when it was auctioned in 1947. It was eventually converted into a Naval and Historical Museum. The Dutch Section was inaugurated by the descendant of Maurits Van Nassau who gave his name to Mauritius in 1598. What to see First the Mahebourg museum is located in a 12 acre garden where you’ll see a reproduction of quaint village houses. Mahebourg museum gardenAn interesting collection of items salvaged from naval battles mingles with a near complete and rare skeleton of the dodo. Maps, old coins and furniture add an interesting mix. Have a look at the weapons used by the famous or infamous corsair Robert Surcouf. The bell was recovered from the wreck of the Saint Geran which sank off our East coast in the middle of the 18th century. You might have heard of the romantic legend of Paul and Virginie inspired by the Saint Geran during the French period …
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