Surface: The total land area of Seychelles is around 455 sq km.
Population: The population of Seychelles is around 81,541.
System of government: Republic.
Capital: Victoria, with a population of around 27,000 inhabitants, is the capital of Seychelles.
Religion: Roman Catholic 83%, Anglican 6%, Seventh-Day Adventist 1%, other Christian 3%, Hindu 2% and Muslim 1%.
Official Language: Seselwa Creole, English and French.
Government: Republic.
Climate: Seychelles has a tropical climate.
Units of measure and electricity: Seychelles follows the metric system of measurement and the official electricity unit is 220V, 50 Hz.
Time Zone: Seychelles standard time is GMT + 4.
Currency: Seychelles Rupee (1 € = 8.57 SCR).
Travel documents required: Visas are not required for a visit to Seychelles.
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| Economy |
The economy is mainly dependant on the tourism and tuna industries. The country is trying to lessen its dependence on tourism, with emphasis on farming, fishing and small scale industries. Exports include tuna, frozen fish, cinnamon bark and petroleum products.
The average daily cost of living for a tourist is about 1500 SCR; an average meal costs anywhere between 50 SCR to 150 SCR. Local buses and taxis are affordable; you can also rent bikes in some parts of the country.
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