Pointe Larue
Origin of Name and History
Ponte Larue was named after a Nurse, Madame Claire Marie de La Rue, who was amongst the first twenty-eight who were brought to Ste Anne in August 1770.
Community Facilities and Services
The Pointe Larue District has various community facilities such as a Community Centre, a Day Care Centre, A Secondary School, a Primary School and Creche, one Church (Roman Catholic) and one Anglican Chapel, one playing field and a multi-purpose court.
Location
The Pointe Larue District is situated in the East of Mahe, about 8km from Victoria, the capital. It is mainly the coastal strip that stretches from the highway junction at Anse Talbot to the Anse Aux Pins District where the “riviere grand basin” drains into the sea.
Districts Logo and Motto
The District’s Logo with motto represents and signifies the early settlement of Seychelles, through its international Airport, Seychelles' gateway to the World, whilst its domestic terminal serves as the crossroad between the islands, symbolic of diligence and determination, Pointe Larue is the provider of opportunities for Seychelles.
District AdministratorMrs. Nadine Ahkon
Contact DetailsOffice: 437 31 72/ 437 39 97/262 45 31
Mobile: 262 44 51
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Sub DistrictsThe District is made up of eleven sub-districts and they are: Anse Des Genets (upper / lower), Anse Francois (Upper / lower), Pointe Larue Central, Nageon Estate (Phase 1/ Phase 2), Matata Estate, Anse Faure and Caryole.