Top 10 Most Beautiful Historical Sites in Seychelles

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  1. The Clock Tower in Victoria, Seychelles(or Lorloz in Creole) is the most famous historical site in the small capital of Seychelles and has been the center of the city for almost 100 years. While massive changes have taken place throughout the city center, creating modern buildings made of glass and concrete, the Clocktower has remained virtually unchanged. Lorloz is a beautiful replica of the Clock, which was first built in London in 1897 at Victoria Station at the intersection of Victoria Street and Vauxhall Bridge Road. Governor, Sir Ernest Sweet-Escott, admired this clock during a visit to London and ordered a similar one in memory of Queen Victoria, who died in 1901 after 63 years of rule.


    Messrs Gillett of Croydon (now Gillett & Johnson) designed the clock, which was funded by public donations and installed in 1903. Seychelles gained its new status as a royal colony in that year, and instead of being controlled by Mauritius, it was now administered directly by a governor despatched from London. The clock was meant to ring as well, but that didn't work out. After its mechanism was totally replaced by a contemporary quartz movement in 1999, it now strikes every hour on the hour. The restoration was done by its previous manufacturer, Gillet, and Johnson, and was partially funded by public donations once again. The Clock Tower is one of Seychelles' national monuments.


    Location: Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles.

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  2. Tempio Hindu is one of the most well-known and popular tourist attractions in Victoria, Seychelles' capital city. This temple was built 240 years after the first Indians arrived in Seychelles and are known as Arulmigu Navasakti Vinayagar Temple. Tempio Hindu gives color to Seychelles' rich cultural community because it is conspicuously positioned on the town's busy main street, which is framed by three gorgeous mountains.


    The façade of this modest and gorgeous temple in Seychelles boasts a carefully carved gopuram with ornate carvings, and the interiors are just as opulent as the exterior, which together are the temple's major characteristics. The Hindu Tempio, which rises prominently on the town's busy main street, gives color to Seychelles' ethnically diversified population. Three gorgeous mountains sit behind the town. With its distinctive facade that exhibits a plethora of hues that lend appeal to the Hindu community and the vibrant archipelago island of Seychelles, you could say that this eye-catching landmark stands out among its neighboring buildings. The Hindu Tempio is one of the most beautiful historical sites in Seychelles.


    Location: Victoria, Seychelles.

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  3. The three pairs of sprawling white wings of the Bicentennial Monument are simply bricked up at the roundabout between the 5th of June and Liberation Avenue. Striking as they are, they inevitably make all viewers speculate about the significance of this elegant, geometric work of art.


    The Bicentennial Monument, also known as the 'Moniman trwa lezel' (Three Wings Monument) in Creole, was built in 1978 to commemorate the city of Victoria's 200th anniversary. Mahé...was built. As a branch of the King, it was founded in 1778 by the Frenchman Charles Routier de Romainville. The monument was designed by Lorenzo Appiani, an Italian artist who lived in Seychelles.


    The three wings indicate the ethnic origins of the Seychelles population, which can be regarded as a happy blend of ethnic groups from three continents (Africa, Europe, and Asia). The wings could also represent the islands' earliest discoverers. Of course, there are birds. Bicentennial Monument is the third most beautiful historical site in Seychelles.


    Location: Victoria, Seychelles.

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  4. TheZonm LibLiberation Monument or also liberation Monumentand likewise Liberty Monument represents a major political milestone in the history of Seychelles. It is a powerful symbol of La Liberté for all Seychelles residents who rebelled against colonial oppression and injustice on 5 June 1977. The metal statue, which used to be located behind the People's Stadium on 5th of June Avenue, has been relocated to the front of the International Communication Center (ICCS), near the United Seychelles party building. The triumphant defiance and victory for a fully independent nation are symbolized by the sturdy, masculine figure with outstretched arms and clenched fists, freed from restraints.


    The Liberation Monument was dedicated to the Revolutionary War martyrs by the President of the Second Republic in 1978. Marble stairs, flanked by the national flag, were erected to the granite base on which it rests in March 1989. Since 1978, the 5th of June has been a national holiday, with dignitaries and the general public laying wreaths and flowers at 'Zonm Lib.' This monument, built in the aftermath of multi-party democracy, represents the spirit of revolutionary zeal and the people of Seychelles' will to maintain the flag of peace, harmony, and freedom flying in the future.


    Location: Mahe, Seychelles.

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  5. A three-meter-tall bronze statue of the late Seychelles president James Mancham was unveiled on Thursday and a family member said it was a fitting tribute to an inspirational leader. James Mancham Monument is the fifth most beautiful historic site in Seychelles.


    The bronze statue, which stands tall in the Peace Park, overlooking Freedom Square and Victoria, stands as a commemoration of the achievements and contributions of Sir James during his reign as President between June 29, 1976, to June 5, 1977, and his numerous noteworthy achievements and awards in subsequent years.


    The location for the statue, the Peace Park in the centre of Victoria, is a vivid testimony of the significant part of his life that Sir James Mancham has been advocating for global peace and reconciliation. President Faure and an emotional Lady Catherine Mancham then unveiled the statue, which was carved by a prominent South African sculptor, Jean Doyle.


    Location: Victoria, Seychelles.

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  6. This watch was launched in 1900 to celebrate Queen Victoria's Diamond Day and you can find it on Independence Avenue. The Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee Fountain features what is believed to be the smallest statue of Queen Victoria in the world. The statue you see today atop the fountain is actually a copy and the original porcelain can be found in the National Museum. And apart from being really beautiful, many people don't know that this fountain is actually a drinking fountain.


    Today, along with the clock tower (see below), the Jubilee fountain represents the period when Seychelles was part of the British Empire. It also represents the close relationship still maintained with England today. The beauty of the fountain is an ancient and old beauty, but still has the beauty of Queen Victoria. Although it is just a copy, it still has its own characteristics. Diamond Jubilee Fountain is on the list of the most beautiful historical sites in Seychelles.


    Location: Victoria, Seychelles.

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  7. Without a doubt, the Bel Air cemetery is the oldest historical site in Seychelles. It was the first official burial ground on Mahé, having been established shortly after the French colonization in the late 18th century. Many renowned people's remains can be found in tombs, vaults, and shrines, including the corsair Jean-Francois Hodoul and the 9-foot (274.32cm) tall Charles Dorothée Savy, who was poisoned at the age of 14 by neighbors who were afraid of his size.


    There are also the remains of the mysterious Pierre-Louis Poiret in the cemetery, considered by some to be the son of Louis XVI, who fled the French Revolution and sought refuge in Seychelles. The cemetery also holds the grave of Jean Baptiste QUÉAU de QUINCY's son-in-law, a district official and county administrator, who was buried among other recently uncovered graves buried by the big landslide of 1862. Bel Air Cemetery is recognized on the list of the most beautiful historical sites in Seychelles.


    Location: Mahe, Seychelles.

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  8. St.Anglican Paul's Church, the diocese's cathedral, and the Anglican parish church of Victoria, Mahé, is a significant historical sites. The original church, which stood on the site of the current church, was dedicated to the apostle St. Paul. Vincent William Ryan, Mauritius' first bishop, blessed it on May 14, 1859. The structure has been enlarged twice throughout the years, once in 1910 with a new tower and again in 1978 with an offset altar.


    The name of the diocese was changed from Mauritius to the Diocese of Mauritius and Seychelles in December 1920, when St. Paul's became a pro-cathedral, where the bishop had his second bishop's see ('cathedra'). The structure was entirely replaced in 2001 due to a persistent lack of space and difficult and costly upkeep. The cathedral, which was then sanctified on April 25, 2004, was built with generous government and private-sector donations and now has a capacity of 800 people.


    Location: Victoria, Seychelles.

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  9. Kaz Zanana is a Victorian art gallery housed in a traditional Creole building containing paintings by renowned Seychellois painter George Camille. With a cafe in the building, you can enjoy both great food and art. As an added bonus, some paintings can also be purchased. More than just an art gallery, Kaz Zanana is also the ninth most beautiful historical site in Seychelles.

    Built in the early 20th century, the chalet houses Camille's depictions of Creole daily life, and his works have been shown in galleries around the globe. This restaurant inside the famous historic Seychelles landmark is highly rated and serves some of the finest coffees in all of Mahe and is the perfect instrument when you're admiring the acrylic, oil paintings. and watercolors by George Camille. Come with Toplist to Kaz Zanana to admire the beauty of this place and enjoy excellent coffee.


    Location: Mahe, Seychelles

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  10. Mission Lodge is one of the most significant historical sites in Seychelles. The viewing spot and the adjoining ruins have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site due to their significant contribution to the eradication of slavery in the region. It has also been designated as a National Monument since 1984, in recognition of its vital role in the education of emancipated slave children throughout the 17th century. This effort by the missionaries eventually led to important contributions of the freed African slave children who formed an important part in the formation of the Creole Seychellois community of today.


    Once you reach this 405-meter-high viewpoint on the island's southern part, you can see the beautiful green mountains and the azure water that surrounds it. The road leading to it may be found immediately off the trek to Morne Seychellois Peak, Mahe's highest peak. There is a gazebo where you can take in spectacular views all around and also visit the ruins of a missionary school for slave children nearby.


    Location: Sans Soucis Rd, Seychelles

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