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Seychelles Islands, Africa

Location Seychelles, Africa Date December 28, 2009 Views 3551
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About Seychelles

Seychelles IslandsCovering an area of 455 square kilometres, about 2.5 times the size of Washington DC, the Republic of Seychelles is a nation of islands in the Indian Ocean, some 1,600 km east of mainland Africa and northeast of the island of Madagascar. Other nearby island countries and territories include Mauritius and Reunion to the south, Comoros and Mayotte to the southwest, and the Maldives to the northeast.

The country is divised in 23 administrative districts: Anse aux Pins, Anse Boileau, Anse Etoile, Anse Louis, Anse Royale, Baie Lazare, Baie Sainte Anne, Beau Vallon, Bel Air, Bel Ombre, Cascade, Glacis, Grand' Anse (on Mahe), Grand' Anse (on Praslin), La Digue, La Riviere Anglaise, Mont Buxton, Mont Fleuri, Plaisance, Pointe La Rue, Port Glaud, Saint Louis and Takamaka.

The current estimated population is 81,188 and is one of mixed French, African, Indian, Chinese, and Arab descent. Besides other Christian churches, approximately 82.3 percent of the population are Roman Catholic and 6.4 percent are Anglican. Hinduism, Islam, and the Baha'i Faith also are practiced.

The Seychelles constitute an archipelago of about 115 islands, of which 33 are inhabited. The group of islands around Mahe consist of granite and are the largest and most populated of the country. The remaining outer group consists of smaller coralline atolls.

The capital city, Victoria, is situated on Mahe, which is the largest island and home to about 90% of the total population. The two other islands with significant permanent populations are Praslin and La Digue.
Praslin, the second largest island of the Seychelles archipelago, it is most known for Vallee de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and for the famous "Coco de Mer", the largest seed in the plant kingdom. Also listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and protected from human influence, Aldabra, the largest atoll in the world, is the home to 152,000 giant tortoises.

Seychelles Attractions

While staying in Seychelles you have so many places to explore, things to do and sights to see! A Seychelles travel is a unique experience and you don't want to miss a thing.

Mahe tourist attractions

Little Ben in Mahe
  • Victoria's Clock Tower - a copy of the 'Little Ben' tower outside London's Victoria station
  • The Courthouse and main Post Office in the centre of town, two places untouched since colonial times
  • The National History Museum and the Seychelles People's United Party Museum
  • The Codevar Craft Centre - recommended for the original souvenirs and gifts you may buy
  • The Natural History Museum
  • The Botanical Gardens - highly recommended for their giant tortoises and the endemic plant species
  • Beau Vallon Beach - the biggest and the most popular beach on Mahe
  • Anse Soleil and Anse Petite Police, two secluded beaches situated on the west coast
  • Morne Seychellois National Park
  • The Creole institute
  • SUBIOS Festival. Held in November, this annual festival celebrates Seychelles' underwater world
  • Six islands around Mahe form the Ste Anne Marine National Park, the best place to explore the underwater life. Round Island, one of the six islands, is the best places for genuine Creole cuisine

    • Praslin tourist attractions

    Anse Lazio beach
  • Anse Lazio beach - voted "The best beach in the world" in 2004.
  • Vallee de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The National Park is well-known for the 'Coco de Mer' palm and some of the rarest birds on earth
  • Anse Volbert beach - the best swimming place on the island
  • Praslin Ocean Farm. A farm dedicated to the cultivation of Giant Clams and Black Lip Pearl oysters which form the black pearls
  • Sister Rocks, South Marianne and White Bank - three top dive sites

    • La Digue tourist attractions

  • Anse Source d'Argent beach. One of the most photographed beaches in the world. Fine white sands, exotic palms and majestic granite boulders
  • Veuve Reserve - a small reserve to protect the Black Paradise Flycatcher
  • Copra factory
  • Historical Cemetery
  • Enjoy an ox cart ride

    • Tourist attractions on the other islands

    Aldabra Atoll - Seychelles Islands
    Aldabra
    - the largest atoll in the world and the home to 152,000 giant tortoises
    Alphonse Island
    - an excellent fly fishing destination
    Bird Island
    This tiny coral island is situated about 60 miles (110 km) off Mahe's North coast. Millions of birds come here to nest
    Cousine Island
    - a private nature reserve, home to five of the Seychelles endemic birds
    Denis Island
    - a coral island very popular for snorkelling and deep-sea fishing
    Desroches Island
    - a coral island protected by the reef. An excellent place for diving
    Fregate Island
    - with its Anse Victorin beach, once voted "The best beach in the world" by "London Times"
    Silhouette Island
    - recommended for the nature loving hikers. A great place for swimming and snorkelling among the reefs


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