Mont Buxton

Mont Buxton sits on the northern heights above Victoria and is named after the nineteenth-century British politician and abolitionist Sir Thomas Fowell Buxton, who campaigned for the liberation of enslaved Africans. After 1835, many liberated Africans were settled in this district, which to this day gives Mont Buxton a particularly strong Afro-Creole identity. The curved and sometimes very steep streets lead through densely built residential zones of small single-family houses, often in traditional Creole style with timber verandas. At its center stands the Catholic church of Mont Buxton, which regularly holds Creole-language services accompanied by drum and accordion. The district also contains the National Sports Complex Indoor Hall as well as numerous small grocery shops and "takeaways" selling simple Creole lunches. Thanks to its elevation, Mont Buxton has magnificent views over the harbor and the surrounding green hills.

Nearby cities

Anse Etoile

A populous district north of Victoria, overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Machabee

A quiet district on the northern coast of Mahé, known for its rugged coastline and clear water.

Grand Anse (Mahé)

A wide sandy beach and district on the west coast of Mahé, known for its impressive waves.

Providence

The most important industrial and commercial area of the Seychelles, built on reclaimed land between Victoria and the airport.

Port Glaud

A quiet village on the west coast of Mahé, offering beautiful views of the offshore islands.

Petit Paris

A small village on the east coast of Mahé, squeezed between the sea and the steep mountains.

Anse Boileau

A quiet coastal village on the west coast of Mahé, nestled between mountains and the sea.

Baie Ternay

A secluded bay and settlement at the western end of Mahé, famous for snorkeling and pristine nature.

Fisherton

Fisherton is a historic coastal area in Ayrshire, Scotland, boasting dramatic views over the Firth of Clyde and rugged shores.

Pointe Larue

Home to the Seychelles International Airport, making it the first point of arrival for many visitors.

Baie Lazare

Named after explorer Lazare Picault, this place is known for its historic church and turquoise bays.

Au Cap

A scenic coastal stretch in the southeast of Mahé with shallow waters and coral reefs.

Anse Royale

An important regional center in the south of Mahé, with a rich history and beautiful beaches.

Troon

Troon is a charming seaside resort in South Ayrshire, world-renowned for its challenging Royal Troon golf course.

Takamaka

A district in the far south of Mahé, named after the characteristic Takamaka trees.

History & landmarks

La Gogue Dam

The largest dam in the Seychelles, a vital infrastructure project for the water supply of Mahé Island.

Nature

Mare aux Cochons

An upland swamp and freshwater area in the Morne Seychellois National Park, an important water catchment for the island.

More places

Victoria Botanical Gardens

A century-old garden in the capital city, home to giant tortoises, fruit bats, and rare orchids.

Dans Gallas

An elevated rock plateau above Beau Vallon, known for its impressive geological structures and panoramas.

Cat Cocos Ferry Terminal

The busy terminal in Victoria handling the vital fast ferry connections between the inner islands.

Morne Seychellois

Morne Seychellois is the highest mountain in the Seychelles and the centerpiece of the national park of the same name on Mahé Island.

Bel Ombre Cold Storage

A specialized facility for storing fish catches to maintain the quality of seafood for the local market.

Copolia

A popular hiking trail on Mahé leading to a granite plateau with 360-degree views.

Roche Caiman Bird Sanctuary

A man-made wetland sanctuary providing a habitat for numerous wading birds, dragonflies, and other native species.

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Vacoa Nature Trail Mangroves

An educational trail on Mahé's west coast leading through an intact mangrove ecosystem rich in crabs and fish.