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Port Victoria, Seychelles
Take a sabbatical in the Seychelles capital of Victoria. Located on Mahé Island in the Indian Ocean, it’s famous for its exports of vanilla and coconut oil. Take a stroll through the Seychelle National Botanical Gardens full of flora, fauna and fruit bats. Stop by the Selwyn-Clarke Market for some street shopping. Try some local Ladob, a dish that can be served either sweet or savory. Then settle in for some sun at Beau Vallon Beach or visit the Navasakthi Vinayagar hindu temple.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Victoria Mahe Cruise Port. Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
Standard Time Zone. UTC/GMT +4 hours -
Language
The local language is English, French and Seychellois Creole. -
Currency & Shopping
The local currency is the Rupee. -
Currency & Shopping
The Victoria Clocktower, dating from 1903, is a replica of the one found near Victoria Station in London, England. -
Famous For
The area was first colonized by the French in 1778, but was later named after Queen Victoria when the British took control in 1814. -
Fun Fact #1
Port Victoria’s principle exports are vanilla, coconuts, coconut oil, tortoise shell, soap, and guano. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Ladob is a local dish that can be eaten hot, cold, as a savory dish, and as a dessert.