Le Caudan Waterfront is a must-visit destination inaugurated on 25 November 1996. Named after the 18 th century French explorer, Jean Dominique Michel de Caudan, the establishment has earned a fine reputation. This forerunner in the retail and leisure landscape has all the essentials for an exciting visit. Built on a site rich in history, it enjoys a spectacular view over the Port Louis harbour. The Food Court, which once housed the Indian Ocean’s first meteorological and astronomical observatory, is a must-see! The shopping areas are filled with rich memories of a gunpowder magazine, warehouses, docks and a shipyard.