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Considered as perhaps the smallest African capital of the Seychelles - Victoria or Port Victoria is located on the island of Mahe towards the north east of the island. The island of Mahe in comparison to the others in the archipelago is considered as the main island.
Victoria came into being as a focal point for Britain's Colonial government. Tourists who make their way into Victoria will no doubt be struck by the breathtaking beauty of Seychelles. Victoria's exports include coconut oil, vanilla and some exquisite products like the shells of tortoises. Port Victoria in its entirety includes the following districts in the Seychelles, these are Ssaint Louis, Mont Fleuri and the La Riviere Anglaise, when translated it means the English River.
At just eight kilometers in width and over 25kilometres in length, Mahe is the largest of the inner islands. Not only is the gateway to of the Seychelles it's also the heart of its cultural and economic roots. The scenes that you come across upon entering Victoria are absolutely stunning with its tall peaks of granite.
Almost ninety percent of the total population of Seychelles resides in Mahe. The diverse population with many residents whose ancestral roots could be traced back to European, Asian, European and even Indian descent, contribute to this melting pot of cultures found on this little island.
Visitors to Victoria could tour the entire island within two and half hours by car. Mahe itself is a central location and many arrive in Mahe to begin their onward excursions to islands that are close by. In addition the domestic flights to the neighboring islands begin from Mahe itself.
On a tour around the city of Victoria, tourists will discover many a Seychelles hotel. The hotels that are available cater to any type of traveler, but for those looking for a bit of pampering amidst the island beautiful scenery need look no further than the Praslin hotel. The Raffles Praslin Seychelles offers luxurious accommodation that is unparalleled.
