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Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, in Indian Ocean, and is located in the Port Louis District. The city of Port Louis is the most populous in Mauritius (about 137.000 inhabitants) and is also the country's economic, cultural and poilitical centre.
The name, Port Louis, is in honour of King of France Louis XV. In fact the city became the admistrative centre of Mauritius in 1735, under French government. Its economy is related to the manufacturing sector and is dominated by tourism.
During the months from December to April, climate in Port Louis is characterized by the rain period while the dry period is from September to November. The hottest months are those during the rain period, when temperature is often higher than 30° C.
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