Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 island in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. The beautiful country is blessed with deep blue water and white sandy beaches with exotic sea life. Itu2019s home to numerous beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves, as well as rare animals such as giant Aldabra tortoise.
Seychelles has the least population among independent African countries. It has population of about 99,053. There are three official languages in Seychelles; Creole, English and French. Also there are three ethnic group in Seychelles; Seychellois African or Creole (76,000), Indian (5,000) and Chinese (1000).
TRENDING FASHION IN SEYCHELLES
ACCESSORIES IN SEYCHELLES
TRIBES IN SEYCHELLES AND THEIR FASHION
The Seychellois dress on Kazak (blouse) and penwar (skirt) which have been considered as Seychellesu2019 traditional costume. It is believed that these costumes took influence from European costumes during the nationu2019s colonial era. Although casual dresses is also part of Seychelles attire, the three tribes wear these dresses generally.
TOURIST AND HISTORICAL PLACES IN SEYCHELLES
Seychelles is called paradise on earth, because of the beautiful nature and reserves. It is becoming a famous destination for honeymoon.
The Little Ben Clock Tower u2013 tower erected by Seychelles Governor in honour of Queen Victoria (1903)
Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market u2013 a busy and colourful market in Victoria city of Mahe island
Vallee de Mai National Park, Praslin u2013 a cool and shieldy place to be, a break from the sun, sand and sea
Ste Anne Marine National Park u2013 first national park in the Indian Ocean, 20minutes boat ride off Mahe
Morne Seychellois National Park u2013 The largest national park in Seychelles, filled with nature
Aldabra Atoll u2013 the worldu2019s largest raised coral atoll, central lagoon fills and empties twice a day
Sihouette Island u2013 known for rich biodiversity with rugged terrain that perserves natureu2019s beauty
Anse Volbert u2013 a warm beach, shallow water laps the sun-bleached sand and coral reefs
Seychelles National History Museum u2013 it exhibit flora, fauna and geological history of the archipelago
Victoria, Mahe u2013 the only seaport in Seychelles, named after Queen Victoria after her coronation
Beau Vallon Beach u2013 an alluring curve of glittering sand, on Maheu2019s northeast coast
Baie Lazare, Mahe u2013 a pretty village, the neo-Gothic Bale Lazare church is located there
La Digue Island u2013 heaven for nature lovers, with stunning white-sand beaches and granite rock
Bird Island u2013 it harbours a population of migratory sooty terns, which swells 1.5m birds may to october
Anse Lazio u2013 a beautiful beach with shady Takamaka trees, white sand and glittering water
MUSIC AND ART WORK IN SEYCHELLES
There are distinct kinds of music in Seychelles. Folk music incorporates multiple influences in syncretic fashion, including English contredanse, polka and mazurka, french folk and pop, sega from Mauritius. A complex form of percussion music called Kanmtole is popular, along with combinations of Sega and Reggae called Seggae and a combination of Moutya and Reggae called Mouggae.
MUSICIANS IN SEYCHELLES INCLUDE:
Dezilu2019 musical band
Angie Arnephy
Sandra Esparon
Jean-Marc Volcy
SOME ART WORK IN SEYCHELLES
MEALS IN SEYCHELLES
Seychelles is blessed with varieties of mouth watering meals, especially sea foods. Here are some Seychellois dishes you will want to try;
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Local Alcoholic Beverages u2013one of the finest local fermented drink in Seychelles.
Satini u2013 made with fine grated ingredients like unripe fruits (spiced papaya or golden apples).
Fish curry (bonito) u2013 a fiery mix of curry powder, curry leaves and tumeric.
Saffron rice u2013 a dish made from saffron, white rice and also usually vegetable bouillon.
Local Alcoholic Beverages
Satini
Fish curry (bonito)
Saffron rice
Salad Zourit/ pwason fimen u2013 boiled octopus or smoked fish mixed with tomatoes, onion and pepper.
Ladob u2013 Seychelles dessert made with either bananas or sweet potato and coconut milk.
Breadfruit chips u2013 it is a type of tropical fruit which is abundantly available in the island.
Caris Masala u2013 a Creole version of Indian vegetablian Seychelles curry.
Grilled Fish u2013 the fish is so juicyu00a0 and full of flavours.
Fresh fruits – fresh fruits such as papaya, star fruit, avocado, mango and indigenous breadfruit.
Salad Zourit/ pwason fimen
Ladob
Grilled Fish
Fresh fruits
Breadfruit chips
Caris Masala
Coconut milk u2013 an opaque, milky-white liquid extracted from grated pulp of mature coconut.
Roussettes u2013 another bizarre Seychelles local food delicacy.u00a0u00a0
Curry u2013 English cuisine for dishes with a sauce seasoned with spices such as tumeric, cumin, ginger etc
Shark chutney u2013 finely mashed skinned shark, cooked with squeezed bilimbi juice and lime.
Coconut milk
Roussettes
Curry
Shark chutney
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION AND HABITAT PROTECTION IN SEYCHELLES
According to FAO, 89.1% of Seychelles is forested, about 41,000 ha. The country has been identified as a biodiversity hotspot by international conservation agencies. One of the major threats to theu00a0 Seychelles native species and forest is the rampant spread of a large number of invasive alien plant species. There is a zoo for wildlife protection in Seychelles.
EFFECT OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN SEYCHELLES
Seychelles is economically, culturally and environmentally vulnerable to potential effects of climate change and its associated extreme events. Vulnerability characteristics such as concentration of development on narrow coastal zones, non-resilient populations and ecosystems make the Seychelles extremely sensitive to climate change and its associated impacts.
GENDER EQUALITY IN SEYCHELLES
Seychellesu2019 constitutional chater of fundamental human right and freedom applies to all citizens irrespective of gender. There are however, specific regulations within the legislative framework that protect the civil and human rights of women.
Myriam Telemaque u2013 Seychellois politician who served as Minister of Employment.
Macsuzy Mondon u2013 Seychellois politician who served as Minister of Local Government.
Danielle Marie-Madeleine Jorre de St Jorre u2013 Seychelles politician, who served as Foreign minister.
Peggy Antoinette Vidot u2013 nurseu00a0 and midwife, she served also as minister of health
Patricia Francourt u2013 Seychellois banker and currently serving as Minister for Employment
Jeanne Simeon u2013 Seychellois politician who served as Minister of habitat, lands, infrastructure.
Devita Vidot u2013 a Seychellois accountant and politician.
Pamela Charlette u2013 Served as Seychellois minister and still a renowned politician