Seychelles is a country in East Africa, Africa. Its capital is Victoria, with a population of approximately 98K and a total area of 459 km². The official languages are Seychellois Creole / English / French and the currency is the Seychellois Rupee (SCR).
Seychelles covers an area of 459 km² with a population density of 213/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $2.0B ($20,408 per capita) and gained independence in 1976. It has a coastline of 491 km.
The Seychelles is home to the coco de mer palm — its seed weighs up to 25kg, making it the world's largest seed. Aldabra Atoll, a UNESCO site, has the world's largest population of giant tortoises — 100,000 Aldabra tortoises live there.
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Consistently ranked the world's most beautiful beach — pink granite boulders and turquoise water
UNESCO world's largest raised coral atoll — 100,000 giant tortoises and pristine marine ecosystem
UNESCO ancient palm forest — the original Garden of Eden, home of the legendary coco de mer
The main beach of Mahé — calm waters, water sports and stunning sunsets
The capital of Seychelles is Victoria.
The official language(s) of Seychelles are Seychellois Creole / English / French.
The population of Seychelles is approximately 98K.
Seychelles uses the Seychellois Rupee (SCR).
Seychelles is located in Africa, in the East Africa region.
Seychelles has a GDP of $2.0B, with a GDP per capita of $20,408.
The best time to visit Seychelles is April–May, October–November. The climate is Tropical, warm year-round.
Visa-free for all nationalities (visitor's permit on arrival)
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