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Victoria

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Victoria is the capital of the Seychelles and is located on Mahé island, the archipelago’s major island, on the north-eastern side.

The city was founded as the British colonial government’s headquarters.

Victoria is one of the world’s smallest capital cities and the Seychelles’ sole significant port. Since colonial times, the courtroom and post office in the heart of town have remained essentially untouched.

Victoria’s main exports are vanilla, coconuts, coconut oil, fish, and guano.

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Victoria | Introduction

Victoria – Info Card

POPULATION :  City: 26,450
FOUNDED : 
TIME ZONE :
LANGUAGE :  Creole 91.8%, English 4.9% (official), other 3.3%
RELIGION :  Roman Catholic 82.3%, Anglican 6.4%, Seventh Day Adventist 1.1%, other Christian 3.4%, Hindu 2.1%, Muslim 1.1%, other non-Christian 1.5%, other 2.1%
AREA :  20.1 km2 (7.8 sq mi)
ELEVATION :
COORDINATES :  4°37′S 55°27′E
SEX RATIO :  Male: 49%
 Female: 51%
ETHNIC :  mixed French, African, Indian, Chinese, and Arab

Tourism in Victoria

A clocktower modeled after London’s Vauxhall Clock Tower, the Courthouse, the Victoria Botanical Gardens, and the Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market are among the city’s attractions. The vibrantly colored Fish and Fruit Markets are not to be missed. Victoria Market is the local hotspot for the Seychellois people.

The gallery of famous local artist Georges Camille is also close by.

The national stadium and a polytechnic institution are located in the city, while the inner harbour is located directly east of the town, where tuna fishing and canning are key local industries.

The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake wrecked one of Victoria’s main bridges.

Climate of Victoria

Victoria has a tropical rainforest environment, with temperatures ranging from moderate to hot throughout the year.

The capital has notably wetter and drier months throughout the year, with June and July being the driest and December through February being the wettest.

However, since the average monthly precipitation in Victoria does not go below 60 mm in any month, the city does not have a genuine dry season month. The absence of a real dry season month is one of the main reasons why the climate is classified as tropical rainforest.

How To Travel To Victoria

Get In - By plane

Seychelles International Airport serves the city. This is the Air Seychelles hub. Air Seychelles operates Boeing 767 flights to Bangkok, London, Paris, Frankfurt, Johannesburg, Rome, Milan, and Port Louis. International service is also available from Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Dubai (Emirates), and Doha (Qatar Airways), as well as London (British Airways), Paris (Air France), and Frankfurt (Condor) (Martinair).

How To Get Around In Victoria

Get Around - By bus

These buses serve the locals and are reasonably priced. Buses are sometimes erratic and may come to a halt less often than in other cities, so expect to wait.

Get Around - By taxi

Taxis are metered and will often offer to take you on a tour of the island. Set a price ahead of time.

Get Around - By bike

The most preferred option among locals. Bikes may be hired for a reasonable price from a number of outlets across the city.

Districts & Neighbourhoods In Victoria

Victoria proper is composed of parts of three Districts of Seychelles:

  • English River (La Riviere Anglaise) (the innermost part)
  • Saint Louis
  • Mont Fleuri

Greater Victoria encompasses these three, and five more:

  • Mont Buxton
  • Bel Air
  • Roche Caiman
  • Les Mamelles
  • Plaisance

Prices In Victoria

Tourist (Backpacker) – 140 $ per day. Estimated cost per 1 day including:meals in cheap restaurant, public transport, cheap hotel.

Tourist (regular) – 355 $ per day. Estimated cost per 1 day including:mid-range meals and drinks,transportation, hotel.

MARKET / SUPERMARKET

Milk 1 liter $ 2.10
Tomatoes 1 kg $ 3.60
Cheese 0.5 kg $ 10.00
Apples 1 kg $ 2.15
Oranges 1 kg $ 2.65
Beer (domestic) 0.5 l $ 3.40
Bottle of Wine 1 bottle $ 17.00
Coca-Cola 2 liters $ 4.30
Bread 1 piece $ 1.50
Water 1.5 l $ 1.25

RESTAURANTS

Dinner (Low-range) for 2 $ 48.00
Dinner (Mid-range) for 2 $ 70.00
Dinner (High-range) for 2 $ 100.00
Mac Meal or similar 1 meal $ 8.00
Water 0.33 l $ 1.00
Cappuccino 1 cup $ 4.50
Beer (Imported) 0.33 l $ 4.90
Beer (domestic) 0.5 l $ 3.40
Coca-Cola 0.33 l $ 1.30
Coctail drink 1 drink $ 9.00

ENTERTAINMENT

Cinema 2 tickets $ 6.00
Gym 1 month $
Men’s Haircut 1 haircut $
Theatar 2 tickets $
Mobile (prepaid) 1 min. $ 0.38
Pack of Marlboro 1 pack $ 6.50

PERSONAL CARE

Antibiotics 1 pack $
Tampons 32 pieces $ 2.70
Deodorant 50 ml. $ 3.00
Shampoo 400 ml. $ 4.50
Toilet paper 4 rolls $ 1.50
Toothpaste 1 tube $ 1.50

CLOTHES / SHOES

Jeans (Levis 501 or similar) 1 $
Dress summer (Zara, H&M) 1 $ 35.00
Sport shoes (Nike, Adidas) 1 $ 65.00
Leather shoes 1 $ 60.00

TRANSPORTATION

Gasoline 1 liter $ 1.70
Taxi Start $
Taxi 1 km $
Local Transport 1 ticket $ 0.75

Sights & Landmarks In Victoria

The city’s attractions include a clocktower modeled after London’s Vauxhall Clock Tower, the Courthouse, the Victoria Botanical Gardens, and the Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market. The city also has a national stadium and a polytechnic institution, and the inner harbour is located directly east of the city, where tuna fishing and canning are key local industries. The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake wrecked one of Victoria’s main bridges.

Food & Restaurants In Victoria

  • Islander Restaurant/Anchor Café is Anse a’ La Mouche. An American and his family own it. He is a former United States Air Force officer who operated in Seychelles. Excellent cuisine in a fantastic setting. (Sundays closed)
  • Marie Antoinete in St. Louis . You eat what they serve you, which is usually approximately 5 different foods, in a family-style setting. If you’re going with two people, order for one; if you’re going with three, order for two; and if you’re going with five, order for three. They serve a LOT of food, and it’s all authentic Creole. Mon-Sat 1830-2100.
  • Boat House in Beau Vallon. Creole Buffet, they open at 0730, get there early, once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Nightlife In Victoria

  • Lovenut Nightclub, in the center of Victoria. Excellent setting in which to mingle with the locals. So far, the club features the greatest lighting and sound system in the nation. A cab station is only a few meters away, so getting home or to your hotel isn’t an issue even if you’ve had a few drinks. The cozy decor and VIP section usually attract partygoers, and the club is always packed. You may meet celebrities, models, and occasionally not-so-quiet businesspeople here. Admission is usually between 75 and 100SR. Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday are the only days that it is open. Men are required to wear slacks and covered shoes.
  • Tequila Boom newly renovated about 20 min west from Victoria .
  • Katiolo Club. No credit cards accepted. (Strict dress code. men: no sleeveless shirts, long pants and covered shoes) It is about 30 min south from Victoria

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