Seychelles Naturally

Seychelles
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Scattered like jewels in the Azure waters of the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles islands are a group of 115 islands situated 4degrees south of the Equator, which lies between 480km and 1,600km from the east coast of Africa. .
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It is not a dream to listen to the sounds of gentle waves crashing at the feet of huge granite boulders, where the shades of coconut palms acts as superb parasols providing shelter from the hot tropical sun of the Seychelles islands.
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They are as natural sanctuaries where plants, animals and sea creatures co-exists fairly and freely in harmony, It’s the kind of place where land and sea birds finds shelter and food in great abundance and plants are blessed with a tropical climate which keep them fresh and green throughout the year. The relaxing and rejuvenating atmosphere is well known.
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Its uniqueness are visible in the warm heart of its multicultural Nation, their welcoming smile reflects the joy in their way of life and the ambiance of these islands.
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Its welcoming aura will breathes new life to your self spirit... Its picturesque environment will whisk your breath away…the place where time is unnoticeable ....a new journey begins...a sacred place for relaxing with a touch of natural healing.
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The perfect location to sooth the body ,stimulate the mind and level the senses. If there’s a place you’ll rather be……
Seychelles
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Seychelles is hot and humid, with an average yearly temperature of 84°F (29°C), and average sea temperature rarely dropping below 81°F (27°C). However, the heat is usually mitigated by refreshing sea breezes, especially by the beaches.
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The cooler season in Seychelles is during the southeast monsoon season (May to September) and the warmer season is during the northwest monsoon (November to March). April and October are "transitional months" between the two monsoons, when the wind is variable.
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Many of the beaches are untouched by man's influence and are refreshingly uncrowned. They offer clear blue skies and tranquility you will rarely find. Not all beaches are suitable for swimming depending on the time of year, due to the seasonal winds.
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Engulf with lush tropical vegetations, lined with powdery white sandy beaches running to turquoise crystal clear water in the shades from emerald green to dark blue.
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The relaxing and rejuvenating atmosphere is well known. Its uniqueness are visible in the warm heart of its multicultural Nation, their welcoming smile reflects the joy in their way of life and the ambiance of these islands.

History

Seychelles is a comparatively young nation which can trace its first Pousse Station in Victoria - © National Archives

settlement back to 1770 when the islands were first settled by the French, leading a small party of whites, Indians and Africans. The islands remained in French hands until the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo, evolving from humble beginnings to attain a population of 3,500 by the time Seychelles was ceded to Britain under the treaty of Paris in 1814.

During this period Seychelles came to know the enlightened policies of administrators such as Pierre Poivre, the brilliant politicking of Governor Queau de Quinssy and, of course, the terrible repercussions of the French Revolution.

Under the British, Seychelles achieved a population of some 7,000 by the year 1825. Important estates were established during this time producing coconut, food crops, cotton and sugar cane. During this period Seychelles also saw the establishment of Victoria as her capital, the exile of numerous and colourful troublemakers from the Empire, the devastation caused by the famous Avalanche of 1862 and the economic repercussions of the abolition of slavery.

Seychelles achieved independence from Britain in 1976 and became a republic within the commonwealth. Following a period of single party rule by the government of Mr. France Albert René, on December 4, 1991, President René announced a return to the multiparty system of government, 1993 saw the first multiparty presidential and legislative elections held under a new constitution in which President René was victorious.

President René also won the 1998 and 2003 elections before transferring the Presidency to James Alix Michel in June 2004.

Currency

The Seychelles rupees are divided in 100 cents. The 10,25,50,100,and 500 rupees are in notes,5 rupees,one rupee,25 cents,10 cents,5 cents and 1 cent are in coins.
Credit cards such as Visa Card,Master card,American Express is accepted in major tourism establishments.
Money changers are available with updated exchange rates all over Mahe,Praslin and La Digue.

Health

Vaccinations are only required for travelers over 1 year of age who have come from, or passed through a partly or wholly infected area within the preceding 6 days, in order to keep Seychelles free of Yellow Fever. Infected areas include certain parts of northern and central South America and central Africa. Persons travelling to Seychelles in transit do not require a vaccination against yellow fever.

The main hospital are very well equipped and there are health centers available in most areas in Mahe,Praslin and La Digue.Doctors are available 24hrs in case of emergencies

EMERGENCY NUMBER:999

Public Holidays

National Day…18th June
New year…1st and 2nd January
Worker’s Day…1st May
Liberation Day…5th June
Independence Day…29th June

Religious holidays

Good Friday
Easter Sunday
Corpus Christi
Assumption

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