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Introduction

Seychelles is paradise-like and spectacular isolated archipelago possessing outstanding natural beauty. Take a tailormade journey trip to Seychelles and you will get a total experience of a perfect holiday trip. This small island country can get you a lifetime vacations spent in the lap of luxuriant, tropical paradise in the shades of blue and green. From palm-fringed beaches and superb snorkeling and diving, there's also plenty of forested wilderness filled with an abundance of wildlife.

Physical Location of Seychelles Seychelles, comprising about 115 islands, is located on the western part of the Indian Ocean, north of Madagascar and about 995 miles east of Mombasa, Kenya.

History of Seychelles Originally named as 'Seven Sisters', Seychelles was a lonely planet for long, waiting for inhibitors. Some also believe that the Portuguese and Arabs may have visited Seychelles earlier. The British started their operations in the Indian Ocean and used Seychelles as their base. The governor of Mauritius sent a team to look for the islands. The French claimed the islands 12 years later. They started growing all kinds of spices, cassava, sugar cane, coffee and vegetables like sweet potatoes and maize. In between, the British came and a little tussle for Seychelles between French and British began. Soon the British took over and brought with them slaves and political prisoners. Though they could not overrule French language and culture. Seychelles declared independence in 1976, being declared the Republic of Seychelles. The Seychelles, consisting a mix blend of the Arabs, Phoenicians, Portuguese, English, French and Asians create a unique island with a multicultural heritage.

Best Time to Visit Seychelles The Seychelles' weather is set by the mood of the south-east trade winds, which usually blow from May to October. For the rest of the year, the islands are swept by the monsoons, especially in January. Mahé and Silhouette get the most rain. January is the wettest month, while July and August the driest. You should plan your tailormade trip to Seychelles according to what you want to do. Windsurfing and sailing are best at the start and end of the trade winds, whereas diving is best in March, April, May, September, October and November. Some beaches are better during the monsoon season, others during the trade winds.

Tourist Attractions of Seychelles Visit the exotic beaches of Seychelles and you will yourself getting all lost in the azure clear waters. Beau Vallon, Anse Intendance, Anse Royale and Anse Takamaka in Mahe; Cote D'Or and Anse Lazio on Praslin; and Anse La Source d'Argent, Grand Anse and Petit Anse on La Digue hail you to have a brisk walk over the soft, powdery sands, basking in the sun and gorging on Creole cuisine. If you are an adventure seeker you can dive, fly fish on the flats or snorkel in the crystal waters that give you a peep into the fabulous Seychelles' marine world of sea turtles, reef fish and brilliantly hued corals. To be in Mahe is must for each holiday maker. Mahe, the heart of Seychelles offers an incredible amount of daytime activities and lively nightlife. It holds something for everyone in its pockets. Seychelles has an active nightlife and offers you a number of casinos and night clubs to make your journey a memorable one. Victoria, the smallest capital city and the only major port in Seychelles is worth a visit. It offers you Botanical garden and Historical Museum.

Culture of Seychelles It can be well said that the Arabs, Phoenicians, Indonesians, Portuguese, English and French all played a part in creating this unique island nation, which is today tourists heritage. Secychelles has been a melting pot of different races, tradition, and religion. The site of a predominant Roman Catholic Church existing alongside other creeds reflects the religious and racial harmony that is the mainstay of this serene yet lively nation.

How to get there?

Travel and Transport information for Seychelles More and more airlines are adding up each day are flying to the Seychelles, sometimes you can get a direct flight. There are flights from Australia via Singapore, from Africa and Mauritius and direct from London. Lots of cruises pass through Victoria, but there are no direct passenger services

Money Currency of Seychelles The currency of Seychelles is Seychelles Rupee. You can easily take rupees in or out of the country. Victoria is well endowed with banks, and where they are not you can usually change money at the bigger hotels.