Seychelles

Seychelles is a favourite holiday destination for many people from across the world. However, more often than not, many tend to forget that Seychelles is a part of Africa.

 

 

 

  • Some of the rarest species of birds can be found in Seychelles, including the bare-legged Scops Owl or Syer. This specific owl is so rare it was once thought to have become extinct but was rediscovered in 1959. You can find it at the Morne Seychellois National Park on Mahé Island.
  • The capital of Seychelles, Victoria, is the smallest capital in the world. You can explore the entire city on foot in less than a day.
  • The Miss World Beauty Pageant was held in Seychelles in 1997 and 1998, in which the media used the popular event to show off the amazing islands. Afterwards, tourists started discovering this magnificent country.
  • Bird Island is home to the heaviest living land tortoise in the wild, called Esmeralda. The unique tortoise weighs about 670 pounds.

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About Destination

The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. It’s home to numerous beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves, as well as rare animals such as giant Aldabra tortoises. Mah, a hub for visiting the other islands, is home to capital Victoria. It also has the mountain rainforests of Morne Seychellois National Park and …

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Special Food

Chatini requin: Mashed boiled shark with fried onion and lime juice.Soupe de tectec: Clams cooked in tomatoes, garlic and ginger. Bouillon brde: Spinach broth. Pulao: Rice cooked with fish, meat or vegetables. Cari bernique: Curried limpet. Chatini Seychellois: Chutney comprising crushed chillies, ginger and garlic, which is often served with fried fish. Palm hearts: Inner core of certain palm trees …

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Do’s & Dont’s

Seychelles Don’ts Don’t carry around large sums of money on your person or in your bag. Items of value such as jewelery and your passport should be kept in your hotel safe. Similarly, do not take these to the beach or leave them in your hired vehicle. If you must walk around with your camera, do not leave it unattended. …

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