Vacoas-Phoenix, Municipal administrative center in Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius
Vacoas-Phoenix is a municipal administrative center in Plaines Wilhems District made up of two former towns that now form a large settlement area. The region is mixed with residential houses, schools, markets, and government buildings that support daily life for its residents.
The towns of Vacoas and Phoenix merged in 1963 into a single administrative unit and gained official municipal status in 1968. This joining created a larger administration for the region's growing population.
Different communities share this area, and their daily life shows in the local markets, schools, and neighborhood centers scattered throughout. You see a mix of homes and shops where people run their errands and meet each other.
The location sits in a central area with good connections to other districts of Mauritius. Visitors find normal business hours for shops, markets, and public services like at other municipal centers on the island.
The administrative center maintains partnerships with cities in Madagascar, China, and India, showing its international role. These connections bring exchange and cooperation between distant communities.
Location: Plaines Wilhems District
Website: http://vacoasphoenix.org
GPS coordinates: -20.30000,57.48333
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20
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