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What is the capital of Mauritius, an island nation in the Indian Ocean east of Madagascar?
Answer
Port Louis
Port Louis is the capital and main port of Mauritius. Located on the northwest coast of the island, it's the economic and political heart of the nation.
💡 Did you know?
Mauritius is known for the extinct dodo bird and is a successful multicultural democracy in Africa.
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Topics
- Island Nations
- Indian Ocean
- Africa
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