Culture & History
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State House Public Tours State House is offering tours to the public – Built in 1910, the State House is one of Victoria’s best-known colonial buildings. Within its grounds is the hillside grave of Jean Baptiste Quéau de Quincy, an 18th-century governor who is mostly remembered today for the legendary ease with which he surrendered […]
Temple of Arul Mihu Navasakthi Vinayagar Standing out against its backdrop of lush green hills, this striking Hindu temple is the only one to be found in Seychelles and is a relatively new addition to the town of Victoria, because it was only constructed in 1992. The Temple of Arul Mihu Navasakthi Vinayagar was named […]
The Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market The Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market is a must-visit when you are in Mahe, Seychelles. It is the “bazaar” as it is known in the Creole language, named after a former English governor. It is the best place to buy the freshest fruits, vegetables, and seafood. They also have a variety […]
Victoria Clock Tower Victoria’s Clock Tower, also known as Lorloz, is one of the oldest and most prominent landmarks in the country of Seychelles, was first constructed in 1903 and turned 115 years old in 2018. Positioned at the junction of Independence Avenue and Francis Rachel Street, it is essentially the hub of the town. […]
Reopened 26/01/2025 Mission Lodge Seychelles Opening hours: Monday to Sunday: 09.00- 17.00 Entrance Fee: SCR 100/- for non-residents above 12 years (Visiting the trails are free for residents and non-residents below 12 years. Located just beneath the peak of Sans Soucis, Mission Lodge offers one of the most exceptional views the western coast of Mahé. […]
Bel Air Cemetery The Bel Air Cemetery was the first official burial ground to be opened on Mahe Island by the French. Here you will see many important milestones, vaults, and shrines tombs of many eminent personalities. The graves of pirate Jean- Francois Hodoul and Pierre-Louis Poiret, son of Louise XVI are must watch. Counted […]
