Abandoned Orphanage - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
Built in 1864 and 1865 this orphanage, located near Pamplemousses in Mauritius, is now abandoned. The atmosphere inside the buildings is simultaneously depressing and curious. The Victorian architecture is grand yet absolutely impractical for this environment. Mercifully, the building has been spared the fireplaces and chimneys that define this style in colder climates. The basalt stonework is magnificent.