THE COUNTRY
One hundred and fifteen land masses in the middle of the Indian Ocean make up the Seychelles archipelago. The earliest islands are located below the equator, while the most remote are close to the coast of Madagascar. Each island has its own identity and charm.
Almost all the islands of the Seychelles have idyllic bays and palm-fringed beaches, surrounded by rocks polished in various shades of granite that look like they were carved for a film set.
Nearly 50% of the Seychelles' territory is protected as a nature reserve, giving you the chance to see turtles, a myriad of colourful fish and birds unafraid of man's presence. Each island is worth a visit.
- Aldabra Atoll;
- Morne Blanc;
- Moyenne Island;
- Victoria (includes Seychelles National Botanical Gardens, Victoria Market)
- Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
- Finest Onboard Catering
- Ground Transport and Yachts
- Luxury Villa & House Rentals
- Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
- Customized Global Services
TO BE KNOWN
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The State's CapitalVictoria
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Time ZoneUTC +4
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Telephone Code248
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Total Area455 Km2
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Population97 617 (2023 est.)
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Main LanguagesSeychellois Creole, English, French
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CurrencySeychelles rupees (SCR)
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GDP Per CapitaUSD 28800
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Airports14
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Heliports1
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Tropical marine; humid; cooler season during southeast monsoon (late May to September); warmer season during northwest monsoon (March to May)
Predominantly Creole (mainly of East African and Malagasy heritage); also French, Indian, Chinese, and Arab populations
When greeting someone for the first time, and when saying goodbye, shake hands with both men and women. Wearing swimwear is fine for the beaches; otherwise, modest clothing is advised.
Pwason griye — whole fresh fish, often red snapper or rabbit fish, flavored with crushed chili, garlic, and ginger and grilled; typically served over rice, with sweet potatoes or tamarind-tomato chutney on the side
High-income Indian Ocean island economy; rapidly growing tourism sector; major tuna exporter; offshore financial hub; environmentally fragile and investing in ocean rise mitigation; recently discovered offshore oil potential; successful anticorruption efforts
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Seychelles
