Tag: Seychelles

The Seychelles – vacation paradise in the Indian Ocean The Seychelles cover an area of approx. 455 km², spread over 117 islands in the Indian Ocean northeast of Madagascar. The islands were discovered by Portuguese sailors, settled by the French in the 19th century and belonged to Great Britain until the declaration of independence in […]

Attractions Located two hours by boat from Mahé, Cousin was purchased by the International Union for the Protection of Birds in 1968 and declared a bird sanctuary. It is home to the rare and protected Fairy Tern, the Toc-Toc Bird and the Reed Warbler, among others. The best time to visit is May or April […]