Attractions in Seychelles

Eden Plaza

The most modern shopping and lifestyle center in the Seychelles on Eden Island, known for its upscale architecture and marina views.

St. Mary's Church (La Digue)

The picturesque Catholic church on La Digue, known for its simple beauty and its importance to the local community.

Arul Mihu Navasakthi Vinayagar Temple

The only Hindu temple in the Seychelles, known for its colorful and ornately decorated tower (Gopuram) in the heart of Victoria.

National Library of Seychelles

The modern National Library building in Victoria is a center for education, culture, and the preservation of literary heritage.

Palais de Justice

The imposing Palace of Justice on Ile du Port houses the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal of the Seychelles.

St. Francis of Assisi Church

A distinctive Catholic church in Baie Lazare, known for its Gothic-inspired architecture and lush green setting.

Denis Island Lighthouse

A historic lighthouse dating back to 1910, serving as a guide for ships at the northern edge of the Seychelles Bank.

Victoria Mosque

The only mosque in Victoria, an elegant religious structure reflecting the religious diversity of the Seychelles.

Maison Quéau de Quinssy

The building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Seychelles, named after the last French commander of the islands.

Independence House

An important administrative building in Victoria, housing various government departments and ministries.

Diamond Jubilee Monument

A historic monument in Victoria erected to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Queen Victoria's reign.

La Gogue Dam

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

Marine Charter Building

A well-known building at Victoria's harbor serving as a hub for boat charters and deep-sea fishing.

Freedom Square

A central public square in Victoria often used for national celebrations and rallies.

Roche Caiman Swimming Pool Complex

The national swimming complex of the Seychelles with Olympic-sized pools for training and competitions.

Unity Stadium

An important sports stadium in Mont Fleuri used for football and athletics.

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Mare aux Cochons

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

Nid d'Aigle (Eagle's Nest)

The highest point on La Digue Island, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the neighboring islands of Praslin and Felicité.

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.

Mont Jasmin

A mountain in the north of Mahé, located in a less visited part of the island, featuring dense primeval forest.

Mont Pot-à-Eau

A significant peak on Silhouette Island, taking its name from the carnivorous pitcher plants that grow there.

Mont Bernardia

A mountain in the west of Mahé, falling steeply to the Indian Ocean and a prominent feature of the coastline.

Mont Planeau

A centrally located mountain on Mahé, providing expansive views over the coastal plains in the south of the island.

Mont Dauban

The highest mountain on Silhouette Island rises steeply from the sea and is often shrouded in dense clouds.

Mount Simpson

A prominent granite mountain on Mahé offering popular hiking trails with fantastic coastal views.

Fond Azore

A remote peak on Silhouette Island, characterized by dense tropical vegetation and steep slopes.

Mont Sebert

An imposing granite mountain in the east of Mahé, featuring steep rock faces and unique flora.

Mont Signal

A mountain above Victoria, formerly used for signal flags to announce arriving ships.

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Silhouette Island

The third largest island in the Seychelles, almost entirely protected as a national park and known for its mountainous, jungle-like landscape.

Montagne Brulée

A prominent mountain in the south of Mahé, known for its steep granite walls and dense rainforest.

Mont Harrison

A mountain peak near the center of Mahé, offering an impressive view of the west coast.

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Aldabra Atoll

The world's largest raised coral atoll and a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its massive tortoise population.

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Thérèse Island

An uninhabited island off the west coast of Mahé, known for its conical silhouette and excellent snorkeling.

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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.

Mission Lodge (Venn's Town)

A historic site on Mahé that once housed a school for liberated slave children and offers breathtaking views of the coast.

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Anse Source d'Argent

This beach on La Digue is world-famous for its spectacular granite boulders shaped by time and its shallow, calm waters.

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Glacis Noir (Black Rock)

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

L'Union Estate

A historic plantation on La Digue that offers insights into the colonial agriculture of the Seychelles and copra production.

Kaz Zanana

An iconic Creole wooden house in Victoria, now serving as an art gallery and being an important piece of architectural history.

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Anse Georgette

A pristine beach on Praslin, often accessed through a resort's grounds or by boat, known for its seclusion.

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Point Lookout

An exposed rocky outcrop on the north coast of Mahé, offering broad views over the Port Launay Marine National Park.

Eustache Sarde's House

One of the few remaining traditional wooden houses on La Digue, showcasing early 20th-century Creole architecture.

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Fond Ferdinand

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

Mamelles Island Seabird Colony

An isolated granitic island hosting one of the most significant sooty tern breeding colonies in the Inner Seychelles.

Veuve Nature Reserve

A crucial protected area on La Digue that serves as the last sanctuary for the rare Seychelles Paradise Flycatcher.

La Bastille

A magnificent colonial building in Victoria, now housing cultural institutions, known for its stone architecture.

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Vallée de Mai

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

Barbarons Biodiversity Centre

A center dedicated to the conservation and study of the unique flora and fauna of the Seychelles, featuring botanical collections.

Île aux Vaches Marines Habitat

An important bird and marine habitat west of Mahé, named after the dugongs (sea cows) that used to frequent these waters.

Roche Caiman Bird Sanctuary

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