The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands located in the Indian Ocean off the coast of East Africa. With its lush tropical forests, pristine beaches, and crystal-clear waters, the Seychelles is a paradise for nature lovers and beachgoers
Seychelles, officially the Republic of Seychelles, is an archipelagic country consisting of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean. Its capital and largest city, Victoria, is 1,500 kilometres east of mainland Africa. Nearby island countries and territories include the Maldives, Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, and the French overseas departments of Mayotte and Réunion to the south; and the Chagos Archipelago to the east. Seychelles is the smallest country in Africa as well as the least populated sovereign African country, with an estimated population of 100,600 in 2022.