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Seychelles inner islands (1)
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The inner islands are granitic. About 40 of them are found within a radius of 50 kilometres from Mahé. |
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Ste AnneThe small island of Ste Anne as well as its neighbours Cerf, Moyenne and Round islands are easily accessible form Mahe for a half day or full day excursion. All of them are part of the Ste Anne Marine National Park, one of the first Marine National Parks of the Indian Ocean which was constituted in 1973. The coral reefs are ideal for snorkeling and diving. Each island has its own unique character, while all are cloaked in luxuriant vegetation and surrounded by beautiful sandy beaches. |
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PraslinPraslin, the secon d largest island is home to Vallée de Mai, an imposing 45-acre valley that was baptised as the Garden of Eden by General Gordon of Khartoum-fame. It is famed as the stronghold of the legendary Coco-de-Mer palm, unique to Seychelles. It bears the world's largest seed, and erotically shaped double nut. Huge shaped rocks alternate with beaches all around the island. This island lies approximately two and a half hours by schooner, one hour by fast ferry or 15 minutes by air from Mahé. |
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More about Seychelles: Seychelles Overview, Inner Islands, Outer Islands, History, Geography, Economy and Ecology, Practical Information |