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Praslin- one of the largest islands of the archipelago, located 36 km from the island. The size of the island is 11 km. long and 4 km. in width. Praslin, despite its close location and the predominantly mountainous landscape common with the island of Mahe, has its own unique features, the main of which is considered to be the rainforest, which has not changed its appearance since primitive times, that is, for several million years.

Praslin Island - is the second largest island of the Seychelles archipelago, it is often called the "Garden of Eden" or the Garden of Eden in the Seychelles - such wonderful places as the unique Valley de May National Park ("May Valley", included in the UNESCO World Heritage List) are located here ), where more than 8 thousand world-famous Coco de Mer palm trees grow and such a rare bird as a black parrot lives. There is also a copra factory and vanilla plantation on the island, and Praslin Island is also world-famous for such beautiful beaches as: Grand Anse, Let's, Georgetty, Ari-Matello, Ari-Petit-Cours.

There are 7 dive centers and 3 fishing centers on the island, luxury hotels and gourmet restaurants can be found on the coast. The population of the island is about six thousand people.

Beach Côte d'Or located in the north of Praslin island. This is the main beach of the island, which has hotels, guesthouses, bars, restaurants, discos, casinos, diving centers, shops and much more. There are no waves here, the depth near the coast is small.

Beaches Anse Kerlan big and small- two bays that are part of the Lemuria hotel, surrounded by palm trees and granite rocks. Sometimes there are strong currents, but the hotel staff will warn you about safety.

Beach Anse Georgette located within the territory of the Lemuria hotel.

Beach Anse Lazio surrounded by granite rocks. Suitable for swimming and snorkelling.

Beach Grand Anse- The longest beach of the island is located in its eastern part, not far from the airport. Several hotels are located here. The wide sandy beach is suitable for swimming and snorkeling, however, during the southeast monsoon period, there are no seaweeds and low tides, and during this period, hotels offer their guests free transfers to the Côte d'Or or other beaches.

Beach Anse Boudin located along the road leading to Anse Lazio. The long beach with soft sand and calm waters is suitable for comfortable swimming and snorkelling.

Beach Anse Gouvernman is located in a small bay at the end of the Côte d'Or, near the L'Archipel hotel. Suitable for swimming and water sports.

Beach Anse la Farine- a small beach that can only be reached by sea.

Anse Posesion located next to the La Reserve Hotel.

VALLEY DE MAY NATIONAL PARK- a nature reserve (since 1966), which is very popular among tourists from all over the world. Since 1983 May Valley has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. According to local legend, it was here that the Gardens of Eden were located, and the serpent tempted Eve not with an apple, but with the incredible fruit of the Coco de Mer palm tree, in the form of pelvic-shaped nuts, which grows only on Praslin Island. It is better to visit the May Valley in the early morning, then the flow of tourists will not interfere with enjoying this paradise, which will help you imagine what the tropical world was like several million years ago. In 1994, there were 105 species of birds, among which the most popular are: blue dove, Seychelles kestrel, Seychelles bulbul, Seychelles sunbird and endemic salangana. Among the exotic birds living in the park, it is worth noting the Indian myna and the owl. Of the mammals, two species are found here - the Seychelles bat and the flying fox, as well as the rarest insectivorous - the tenrec, brought here from Madagascar.

SEA COCONUT - coconut, discovered on the island many centuries ago and has become a symbol and one of the main attractions of the Seychelles. It is several times larger than usual and consisted of two connected coconuts. The inhabitants of the island assumed that this coconut, which grows only on Praslin, has mythical power and personifies a certain part of the female body.

BLACK PEARL- an interesting place that includes three attractions: a shellfish farm, a factory for the production of black pearls and a shop where you can buy it. Here you will learn how shellfish grow and reproduce, and then you will have the opportunity to purchase high-quality and unique black pearl jewelry.

BAY OF LAZIO - this is one of the most beautiful bays located in the north of the island. It is a crescent-shaped bay, which is bordered on both sides by rocks and is notable for its unique beauty. This is the only place on the island where tourists can watch small waves in the ocean. This phenomenon is due to the fact that the bay is not surrounded by coral reefs, unlike the western part of Praslin. Every year, thousands of tourists come to Lazio to admire the magnificent exotic view of the island of Arid, which is on the cover of many magazines and calendars. Also here is one of the best beaches in Praslin - Anse Lazio. It is popular due to the fine clean sand, many shady places and the gorgeous ocean.

ANS GEORGET BEACH - one of the most amazing beaches in the Seychelles. You can get here from the ocean or through the resort "Lémuria". This place is ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Due to the seclusion of the beach, there are practically no modern amenities.

GRAN ANS VILLAGE- is the main settlement of the island. This place attracts many tourists with its magnificent scenery, sandy beaches, as well as a variety of flora and fauna. The area of ​​the village is 2 square kilometers. Here is the building of the district administration, two old churches, a small football field and, of course, many souvenir shops. The main local attraction are two monuments located in the northern part of the village. The locals of Grand Anse live in small wooden houses, the roofs of which are made of dry palm leaves. There is no infrastructure here - therefore, many tourists are perplexed when they see the living conditions of the indigenous settlers. For tourists, special rest houses are equipped here with everything you need - showers, air conditioners and even satellite TV.

VOLBER BAY - this is a bay of amazing beauty, which is one of the most popular resorts on the island. It is known for the beautiful beach "Gold Coast", which got its name from the golden hue of the sand, which surprises tourists who come to rest in Volbert. Magnificent coral reefs stretch along the entire coast of the bay, which save the beaches from waves. The main attractions of the bay are the gallery of George Camille, a popular local artist who is known far beyond the Seychelles, as well as the Gallery & Art gallery, which exhibits works of local artisans and artists for sale.

BAY ST. ANNA - d The length of its sandy beaches is about 10 km. This place attracts many tourists with its turquoise water, which has different colors, a variety of fauna and flora, as well as magnificent landscapes. There is a small port here, capable of receiving small cruise ships. The bay is difficult to access, you can get here only with the help of water transport. Its main attraction is the remains of a sunken ship, located near the shore. In 2000, a fragment of the famous Mexican TV series "The Rescuers" was filmed here. From the bay of St. Anna offers a magnificent view of the neighboring islands and. Every year, surfing and diving competitions are held here, as well as various cultural events.

ATTRACTION The Seychelles is rightfully considered an "earthly paradise" that has preserved in its original form the flora and fauna of the archipelago, its endless sandy beaches, which are considered among the best in the world. Many endemic (naturally growing only in this zone) plants and animals have been preserved on the islands. The beauty of these small islands is extraordinary, even the most vivid imagination often cannot imagine the beauty of this exotic place. The clear waters of the ocean and the purest sand with a pinkish tint, the unique living world both on the islands themselves and in the waters surrounding them, the even climate and the beauty of the underwater world attract thousands of tourists here. Almost every Seychelles island is unique both in its nature and recreational opportunities!

Mahe Island- the largest island (150 sq. km.), As well as the economic and political center of the country. 90% of the population lives here and the most modern Seychelles International Airport is located. Victoria- one of the smallest capitals in the world, the only major port of the Seychelles and the only city in the country - any other settlement of the archipelago, no matter how it is called, is essentially a village. The capital of the island and the entire archipelago attracts tourists with its numerous Creole restaurants, souvenir shops and shops, traditional houses with awnings and openwork balconies, art galleries, colorful fruit and vegetable markets. The city is immersed in the greenery of coconut palms (although modern, almost devoid of greenery quarters have also been growing rapidly recently), it is surrounded by cinnamon plantations, and from the tops of the nearby hills of Signal, Crev-Ker, Niol and the Three Brothers Mountains (699 m. ) offers a fantastic view of the other islands of the archipelago. The main street in Victoria is called Market Street. On it, in addition to numerous shops, souvenir shops and markets, there is the famous Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (the beginning of the 20th century), the famous "Clock Tower" (1903) towering in the middle of the central square - a miniature copy of the "Tower Clock" of London's Vauxhall Bridge, the Museum of Natural history, the largest Seychelles supermarket (no larger than the average store anywhere in Europe), the Craft Village, where artisans exhibit their work, the Museum of the United Seychellois People's Party (SPUP), the tiny Historical Museum, the richest Mont Fleury Botanical Garden (1901 ) and an orchid garden, as well as two traffic lights - the only (!!) in the entire archipelago. One of the main attractions of the city is the Market, where gifts of land and sea are brought from all over the country. Also of interest are the glass building of the Bank of the Seychelles, the "grand building" of the National Library and Parliament, the statue of "Zom Lib" (Free Man) welded from scrap iron, a small Anglican church, a blue and white Hindu temple "gopuram" and a modest mosque (built by residents of the Comoros islands), the International Conference Center (1994) is the only hall of this scale in the island states of the Indian Ocean. All major hotels have night discos, and the Barbarons Beach Hotel has a casino.

Not far from Victoria are the already mentioned Craft Village near the magnificent building of the Creole Institute (closed to visitors), the "Tea Tavern" on the slopes of the Morne Blanc foothills, halfway from Victoria to Port Glaud, the Royal Garden "Le Jardin du Roi "in King's Cove, the studio of the famous artist Michael Adams in the lush thickets of Blue Hens Bay, and the magnificent St. Anne's National Marine Park between the islands of Mahe, Deer, Long, Middle and Round. Silhouette Island, lying directly opposite Beau Vallon Beach, is considered the "owner" of the most beautiful equatorial forest in the entire Indian Ocean - the island is sparsely populated, but all conditions have been created for tourists (Silhouette is an experienced island of the "Island Development Company") - the local "lodge “Although small, it is well equipped.

There are sixty-eight beaches on Mahe! The coastline is indented by many bays - from the smallest Kashe, Coral, Karana Beach, Sunny, Major, Anse-Nord-Ost and Rice, to larger ones - Beau Vallon, Anse Royale, Anse-a-la-Mosh, Grand -Anse, Anse Intendance (famous for the most beautiful beach on the island), Anse Takamaka, as well as the completely deserted beaches of Anse Souillac Bay. Anse-à-la-Moche and Anse Forbans beaches are distinguished by their calm waters and silence, and Beau Vallon, stretching from Fisherman Cove to Wacoa Village, is the most famous and "civilized" beach of the island - a wide three-kilometer strip of fine sand furnished to the most modern standards. Here you can take advantage of any of the main "water" types of entertainment - there are 3 dive centers, excellent places for windsurfing, water skiing, snorkeling, etc. Clear water and the bottom provide ideal conditions for swimming. For surfers, Grand Anse Beach is of particular interest, which is famous for almost two-meter waves, three kilometers long each. Most of the outlying beaches are deserted or almost deserted, so finding a place for a secluded holiday is not a problem. And you can easily move from beach to beach "on your own two feet" - there are many beautiful, and, importantly, well-equipped footpaths along the banks. From this point of view, the forestry area in Sanssouci and the peaks of the Three Brothers (699 m), the asphalted Gog road between the Anse Etoile and the Glaci heights, the Rivière Grand Bassin and Varigo with a small waterfall, as well as from Bel Ombre are good to Major Bay.

Praslin is the second largest island of the archipelago, it is often called the "Garden of Eden" - there are such wonderful places as the unique Valley de May National Park ("May Valley", included in the UNESCO World Heritage List), where more than 7 thousand palms "coco de mer" and such a rare bird as a black parrot lives, as well as the beautiful landscapes of the Côte d'Or, Volbert, Consolation, the Gulf of St. Anne, Cape St. Mary, the bays of Lazio, La Blague, Petit Lans-Kerlan and others. There is also a copra factory and vanilla plantations, as well as the beautiful beaches of Grand Anse, Boudem, Georgette, Ari-Matelo, Ari-Petit-Cours, etc. There are 8 dive and 4 fishing center, luxury hotels and gourmet restaurants, but just a stone's throw from them you can see a mountain stream, covered with a green canopy of palm trees and breadfruit trees, and walking on this small island is a lot of pleasure for many tourists. Nearby is the island-reserve Arid - the second most important natural reserve of the archipelago. More seabirds live here than on all other islands combined.

Cousin Island(Kuzin) is under the protection of the International Committee for the Protection of Birds - here, right on the paths, unique species of birds breed chicks, and on the beach of the island, the rarest sea turtles lay their eggs. Bird Island (Ile-o-Your, privately owned) is home to approximately 1.5 million black terns that live here from May to November. A local celebrity, the giant tortoise Esmeralda, also lives here. Denis Island, the northernmost island of the archipelago, often referred to as the "empire of coconut trees" is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Seychelles. The island is known for its fishing (5 world records for tuna fishing have been set in the vicinity of the island!) and a developed related service with the most modern equipment.

La Digue Island considered the most comfortable corner of the Seychelles, life here has not changed at all over the past 200 years - a completely clean seabed, clear water, lush vegetation. The only transport here is bullock carts. The best place in the archipelago for "landscape" photography is considered to be the "visiting card of the island" - the bay of Source d'Arzhan and Cape Turcy, and the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe bays of Petit Ari, Grand Anse, Anse Coco, Reunion, North, Chambers, Goulette, Gros Roche, Banana and Fourmi provide an excellent opportunity for both relaxing holidays and for contemplating the majestic rock landscapes.In La Passe, the capital of the island, a large number of old Creole wooden houses are concentrated, as well as the island's only (but fairly modern) large hotel - " La Digue Lodge", built with local flavor and even having its own dive center. 4 km. North of La Digue lies the island of Felicite ("bliss") with luxurious vegetation.

Aldabra- the world's largest coral atoll (the inner lagoon occupies almost 200 sq. km., included in the UNESCO World Heritage List), and narrow straits divide the atoll into four segments, providing a regular influx of clean ocean water. The bottom of the lagoon is almost completely exposed during low tides, revealing thickets of coral and marine life. Aldabra remains one of the few places in the world where you can see such colonies of giant land tortoises (more than 152 thousand individuals), as well as many birds. But it is very difficult for a tourist to get here - the island is managed by the Seychelles Foundation and is considered a scientific station.

Lots of small islands("siel elvannien") are no less attractive to visit than the large islands, which have long and firmly been chosen by tourists. The islands of Coetivy have gained notoriety for their shrimp farming. Desroches, the head of the Amirante Islands, is famous for the underwater sports center of the Deroche Island Lodge Hotel, considered the best dive center in the Indian Ocean, while the local underwater "walls" and coral "gardens" are indescribably beautiful. D "Arros has a magnificent lagoon and a large grove of coconut palms, surrounded by magnificent coral sand. The Farquhar archipelago is a group of small islands stretching 15 km in length with a width of less than 1 km, and forming an atoll with an area of ​​720 hectares. Production is carried out here copra and fishing, but most tourists come here for diving and fishing in the waters of the 30-kilometer Providence shoal.Moyen islet is privately owned, but fully equipped for receiving guests, as many are attracted to this tiny piece of land not only for the opportunity in silence and loneliness to soak up the beach, but also the hope of finding pirate treasures supposedly left on this island - everyone is given every opportunity for this. one of the best fashionable recreation centers in the country is located), old fruits trees, birds and turtles.

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Praslin Island is the second largest island in the archipelago, but it still takes less than an hour to cross it in width.

Praslin Island is located 36 km from the capital of the Seychelles, Victoria. Territory 26 sq. km. About 5,000 people live on the island. Praslin Island can be reached from Mahe Island in 15 minutes by plane or 2.5 hours by boat.
Surrounded by a coral reef, the island is the only place on earth where a grove of "sea coconut" has survived.

The landscape of the island is typical of the Seychelles: gently sloping mountains, coastline indented by large and small bays, wide sandy beaches. There is no strong excitement here due to the coral reef that surrounds the entire island. Popular crowded beaches alternate with small bays, where even at the height of the tourist season, a feeling of loneliness and solitude is created.

Praslin is considered by many to be the most beautiful island in the Seychelles archipelago. It is called the "Garden of Eden".
Surrounded by a coral reef, the island is the only place on earth where a grove of “sea coconut” has survived. The Velli de Mey National Park (Valley of May) is home to over 7,000 unique Coco de Mer palm trees and a rare black parrot. The beaches of the island are also beautiful.
The small size of the island makes it easy to explore on foot or on a rented bike. There are few cars here, but you can get to any part of the island by bus. The village of Grand Ance is the main settlement. There are two old churches, the district administration building, a football field and, of course, souvenir shops. An interesting attraction of the island are two monuments crowned with images of the fruits of "Coco De Mer" - a sea coconut palm, which is the pride and symbol of the Seychelles. "Coco De Mer" is the main element of the Seychelles coat of arms. In the National Park Valee De Mai ("May Valley") on Praslin, the largest palm grove in the archipelago, with about 7 thousand trees. One of the rarest birds in the world, the black parrot, also lives here. The park is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Here are such wonderful places as the unique Valley de May National Park ("Valley of May", included in the UNESCO World Heritage List), where more than 7 thousand unique "coco de mer" palm trees grow and such a rare bird as black parrot, as well as the beautiful landscapes of the Côte d'Or, Volbert, Consolation, the Gulf of St. Anne, Cape St. Mary, the bays of Lazio, La Blague, Petit-Lance-Kerlan, etc. There is also a copra factory and vanilla plantations, as well as the beautiful beaches of Grand Anse, Boudem, Georgette, Ari-Matelo, Ari-Petit-Cours, etc. The island has 8 diving and 4 fishing centers, luxury hotels and gourmet restaurants, but just a stone's throw from you can see a mountain stream covered with a green canopy of palm trees and breadfruit trees, and walks on this small island bring a lot of pleasure to many tourists.

The bay of Pasquiere and the northern parts of the bays of Volbert and St. Anne are seaports, where comfortable yachts and boats are at the service of those who prefer sea travel to relaxing on the beach. From here you can go to the nearby islands of Mahe and La Digue.

The most popular beaches are in the bays of Maria Louise, Lazio, Consolation, Volbert or Cote D "Or (Gold Coast), as well as in the Bois de Roses, Boudin and Kerlan Bay, where the Lemuria Resort de Praslin opened in 1999 , which has become the most luxurious hotel in the Seychelles.

When is the best time to go
All year round. Temperature fluctuations throughout the year are insignificant.

Geography
Seychelles archipelago, 40 km or 15 minutes by plane or two hours by boat from Pointe Larue International Airport on the island of Mahe.

How to get there
You can get to Praslin Island from Mahe Island: by plane, boat or ferry.

Restaurants
Seychellois cuisine can be described as European with Creole touches. Lots of fish and seafood dishes. The most famous restaurant is Britania.

For children
Playgrounds on the beaches and on the territory of hotels.

Sport
Great places for all kinds of water sports. There are 8 diving and 4 fishing centers on the island.

shopping
The main souvenirs of the Seychelles are the fruits of the sea coconut palm, as well as liquor from their peel. Nuts are polished, varnished, decorative carvings are applied. Floor and wall cabinets made of sea coconut are popular.

Night life
Praslin's Casino in the northeastern part of the island. Large hotels have night discos. The most popular nightclub on the island is The Jungle. Night picnics are arranged on the coast.

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The long-awaited vacation is approaching and it is best to spend it away from the bustle of big cities, get lost on a small island among palm trees. The Seychelles are ideal for such purposes.

The Seychelles and Amirantes are located east of Africa in the Indian Ocean, not far from Madagascar. The entire population, about 80 thousand people, lives on 30 of the 115 islands of coral and volcanic origin.

Regardless of whether you have experience of visiting hot tropical countries, for example, a Vietnam vacation, or you are getting closer to the ocean for the first time, in any case, the trip will not leave you indifferent. After all, the Seychelles will give you:

• a unique combination of natural landscapes and biological diversity;
• vivid impressions of diving among the colorful colors of the coral reef;
• mild climate and unusual Creole cuisine;
• high level of service on every island.

Holidays in the Seychelles

Mahe Island- when planning a holiday in the Seychelles, tourists should be aware that no matter which island they choose, they will still end up on the central island - Mahe. It is the largest island in the archipelago. It is here that the only city and capital of the state, Victoria, is located. Mahe itself is interesting for its granite mountainous terrain, an abundance of greenery and 70 beaches. It will be the starting point for visiting any other tourist site in the country.

Amazing beauties of Mahe

Praslin Island- demanding tourists who are accustomed to relaxing by the sea will no longer be surprised by crystal clear water and gorgeous beaches. Therefore, it will be informative to go to the Valley de May National Park of Praslin Island, where more than 7 thousand palm trees grow and a very rare black parrot lives. The island is famous for its wonderful landscapes, famous beaches and huge vanilla plantations. You can get to know sea birds better on the island-reserve of Arid.

Valley de May National Park

vanilla plantations

one of the best hotels in Silhouette - LaBrize Resort

La Digue Island- here you will find untouched nature, which has been preserved unchanged for hundreds of years. From transport only bullock teams. The most beautiful bays and capes will give you the joy of solitude against the backdrop of rocky landscapes. It will be informative to visit the National Open Air Museum and see the traditional methods of extracting copra.

Silhouette Island- this lost corner has a large array of equatorial forests filled with sandalwood scents. Tourists can take advantage of the infrastructure for a luxurious holiday.

One of the best hotels in Silhouette - LaBrize Resort

Aldabra- island - scientific station - Aldabra is known for its coral atoll with a huge internal lagoon. The bottom of the lagoon is completely open at low tide and tourists can see marine life and corals.