- Address: Rue du Vieux Conseil, Port Louis, Mauritius
- Phone: + (230) 211 17 05
- Website: www.musee-photo.voyaz.com
- Ticket price: Rs 150, preferential categories Rs. 100
- Opening hours: 10: 00-15: 00, Saturday, Sunday - closed
Mauritius is a paradise in the Indian Ocean. Transparent water, sandy beaches, diving , yachting , magnificent nature, unique coral reefs, hot climate, first class service is what attracts many tourists every year, despite the high cost of resorts .
Often enjoying the ocean and beach rest, tourists are striving to the capital to get to know the culture and customs of the country, where there are many attractions and museums. One of them will be discussed below.
Museum collection
This private museum was created by the efforts of the local photographer Tristan Breville. The museum consists of 6 rooms, which contain a magnificent collection of not only unique photographs, but also old photographs, negatives, video materials, books, postcards and even daguerreotypes of the 19th century (the daguerreotype is the "ancestor" of the current photograph, technically it is a print on a metal plate) .
In the main hall of the museum are exhibits, ranging from ancient printing presses, photo frames and photo albums to contemporary representatives of this art direction.
To inform the inspector about his arrival to you will help the bell, hanging on the door. Each exhibit has its own history. According to the archives of ancient photographs you will get acquainted with the culture of the island, you will understand how life evolved over the years, what customs and practices prevail on the island.
How to visit the museum of photography?
The museum works on weekdays from 10am to 3pm. The cost of the tour is 150 rupees, privileges (students) - 100 rupees, children under 12 can visit the museum for free. The museum is located in the city center opposite the Port Louis Theater. The nearest bus stop is about 500 meters from the museum - Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam St.
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