Triolet

Triolet is the longest village in Mauritius, stretching along the B6 road in the Pamplemousses District. It is famous for the Maheswarnath Temple, the largest and most important Hindu temple complex on the island, first built in 1819 and dedicated to Shiva, Krishna, Vishnu, Muruga, Brahma, and Ganesha.

Triolet is 2 km northwest of Pamplemousses village on the B6 road. Buses from Port Louis and Grand Baie pass through regularly.

The village stretches along the main road and is best explored by bus or car. The temple is easily accessible from the main road.

Maheswarnath Temple — a magnificent Hindu temple complex with colourful statues and intricate carvings, especially lively during Maha Shivaratri. The village also has several other small temples and a church.

Visit the temple complex, especially during festivals. Photography of the ornate temple architecture.

Creole and Indian restaurants serve curries, dholl puri, and local sweets.

Small cafés and shops sell soft drinks and tea.

Triolet has a few basic guesthouses. Most visitors stay in Grand Baie or Port Louis.

Small shops and market stalls along the main road sell local produce and household goods.

Pamplemousses (2 km southeast) — botanical garden. Grand Baie (8 km north) — resorts and nightlife. Port Louis (14 km south) — capital.