Welcome to the Island Paradise of Seychelles – meet the people, view photos
Welcome to the islands of Seychelles, a tropical paradise located in the western Indian Ocean, on the continent of Africa.
Spectacular beaches, diverse wild life, palm trees, lush rainforests, warm people are all a part of Seychelles’ timeless beauty.
Mahé Island. Photo: Hansueli Krapf
On the main island of Mahé is found the nation’s capital city Victoria.
Seychelles International airport. Photo: Hansueli Krapf
The Republic of Seychelles is comprised of 115 islands, 41 of which make up the oldest mid-oceanic granite islands on earth.
Grand Anse on the island of La Digue. Photo: Tobias Alt
The most inhabited islands in Seychelles include Mahé, Praslin and La Digue.
Tourism and fisheries are the top industries in Seychelles.
Island of La Digue. Photo: Meckimac
The country’s main natural resources include fish, coconuts (copra), and cinnamon trees.
Anse Royale Beach. Photo: Tribalninja
Seychelle’s country motto is: The end crowns the work.
Photo: Tribalninja
Weighing 670 pounds, Esmeralda, the world’s oldest living Aldabra Giant Tortoise, resides on Bird Island in Seychelles.
A Zebra Dove visits a breakfast table on Mahé island. Photo: Geopelia Striata
Seychelles has a population of around 90,000, making it the lowest populated country in Africa.
The country’s official languages are Seychellois Creole (89%), English (5%) and some French.
Sega dancers at the Franschhoek Bastille Festival 2014 street parade on Mahé Island. Photo: Hansueli Krapf
The people of Seychelles are a mixture of African, French, Chinese, and Arab.
Roman Catholics make up 76.2% of the population, followed by Protestant/Anglican at 10.6%.
Photo: Hansueli Krapf
Seychelles is a member of the African Union.
Seychelles-born artist Grace Barbé. Photo: Seychellesnewsagency.com
Seychelles cuisine, music and dance are a diverse blended mixture of traditional African, European and Asian influences.
The next time you are planning a trip, would you consider visiting Seychelles?
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