Location: Archipelago in the South-west Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar and about 1,600 km east of Kenya
Capital: Victoria
Tourist Attractions: Seychelles is an isolated archipelago of outstanding natural beauty comprising 115 islands and islets. These islands are known for their lush coral reefs, fine white-sand beaches and amazing marine national parks. Tourist attractions in Seychelles include Aldabra Atoll – among the largest atolls in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the picturesque Mahé Beaches including Beau Vallon Beach, Anse Lazio Beach on the scenic Praslin Island, Vallée de Mai (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Botanical Gardens in Victoria, andtheSt. Anne National Marine Park. Tourists can also enjoy a range of exciting activities like coral reef diving, snorkeling, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, water-skiing and paragliding.
Access: Many airlines including Air France, British Airways and Air Kenya have direct flights to the Seychelles from various destinations in Europe and Africa. There are a number of connecting flights from Australia (via Singapore) and Mauritius.
Climate: Seychelles has a humid tropical marine climate with round the year rainfall except April and October. It experiences a cooler season during southeast monsoon (May to September) and warmer season during northwest monsoon (March to May).