Cap Malheureux, Coastal village in Rivière du Rempart District, Mauritius.
Cap Malheureux extends along the northern coast of Mauritius, marked by the Notre Dame Auxiliatrice church with its red-roofed structure against ocean waters.
The British forces selected this location for their successful invasion of Mauritius in 1810, leading to the end of French colonial rule.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing practices, returning each afternoon with their catches while residents gather at the village center.
The village council manages local services for its 5,070 residents, with regular religious ceremonies held at Notre Dame Auxiliatrice on Saturdays and Sundays.
The name Cap Malheureux, meaning Unlucky Cape, originated from numerous shipwrecks that occurred on the surrounding coral reefs.
Location: Rivière du Rempart District
Elevation above the sea: 9 m
GPS coordinates: -19.98417,57.61417
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:32
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