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National Maritime Museum - Port Louis is a rewarding stop for art, history and curious minds. Locate it on the map, book a room nearby in a click, or add it to your travel list to build your itinerary.
About National Maritime Museum - Port Louis
The National Maritime Museum, located in the historic Citadel of Port Louis, is dedicated to the maritime history of France. The museum showcases over 3,000 years of naval history, including shipbuilding, navigation, fishing, and oceanography. The museum's exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including exploration and discovery, piracy and privateering, naval warfare, and the French merchant navy. Visitors can also explore the museum's extensive collection of ship models, navigational instruments, maritime art, and underwater archaeology. The museum's centerpiece is the impressive model of the 74-gun ship of the line, the "L'Orient", which sank during the Battle of the Nile in 1798. The museum is a fascinating journey through France's seafaring history and an essential stop for anyone interested in naval history and maritime heritage.
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