Cote d'Or

Cote d'Or is the tourist heart of Praslin Island and is named after the fine, almost golden sand of its main beach Anse Volbert, the name evokes the famous Côte d'Or of Brittany. The kilometer-long beach is protected by an offshore coral reef that keeps the water calm year-round, making it one of the safest bathing spots in the entire archipelago. Just offshore lies the small Chauve Souris ("Bat") islet, reachable in a few minutes by glass-bottom boat or kayak. Cote d'Or hosts numerous four- and five-star resorts such as Paradise Sun and Acajou Beach Resort, several diving schools, and Creole restaurants. On Wednesdays the beach promenade hosts local markets selling handicrafts and spices. Behind the beach rise hills covered in dense vegetation, including the famous Vallée de Mai National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the home of the iconic Coco de Mer palm.

Nearby cities

Baie Sainte Anne

The gateway to Praslin Island, where most ferries dock, and a key commercial hub.

Consolation

A secluded coastal area in the south of Praslin with wild beaches and granite rocks.

Newton Mearns

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Clarkston

An affluent suburban area south of Glasgow in East Renfrewshire, renowned for its top-tier schools and Victorian architecture.

Giffnock

A leafy residential suburb south of Glasgow, known for its elegant red sandstone villas and strong community heritage.

Barrhead

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East Kilbride

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Shawlands

A lively district on the Southside of Glasgow, Scotland, widely regarded as the area's cultural and social hub.

Rutherglen

A historic town in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, known for its significance in shipping and industry.

Cambuslang

Cambuslang is a historic center for mining and industry in South Lanarkshire, Scotland.

Paisley

Paisley is a historic town in Scotland, world-renowned for its architectural beauty and its deep connection to the textile industry.

Stewarton

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Renfrew

Renfrew is a traditional town in Scotland, near Glasgow, known for its shipbuilding heritage.

Blantyre

Blantyre is a significant town in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, known worldwide as the birthplace of the explorer David Livingstone.

Johnstone

Johnstone is a historical town in Renfrewshire, Scotland, with deep roots in the industrial development and textile manufacturing era.

History & landmarks

St. Joseph's Church (Praslin)

The main Catholic church in Grand Anse on Praslin Island, a central place of worship for the islanders.

More places

Glacis Noir (Black Rock)

A distinctive viewpoint on Praslin, known for its dark granite formations and the view over Praslin National Park.

Vallée de Mai

A UNESCO World Heritage site on Praslin Island, home to a prehistoric palm forest and the famous Coco de Mer.

Black Parrot Habitat

A specific area within the Praslin National Park that hosts the only population of the rare Seychelles Black Parrot.

Fond Ferdinand

A nature reserve on Praslin, more than six times larger than Vallée de Mai and also home to the Coco de Mer.

Curieuse Island

Known for its red soil, wild giant tortoises, and protected mangrove forests.

Booby Island

A steep islet north of Praslin named after the boobies that once nested here in large colonies.

Zimbabwe Viewpoint

The highest point on Praslin accessible by road, named after the radio station at the summit.

Anse Lazio

Anse Lazio is often ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, known for its fine white sand and iconic granite boulders.