Seychelles Republic
A lengthy struggle between France and Great Britain for the islands ended in 1814, when they were ceded to the latter. Independence came in 1976. Socialist rule was brought to a close with a new constitution and free elections in 1993. President France-Albert RENE, who had served since 1977, was re-elected in 2001, but stepped down in 2004. Vice President James MICHEL took over the presidency and in July 2006 was elected to a new five-year term.
Languages & Population
Approximate Population: 81,895
Nationality (Noun): Seychellois (singular and plural)
Nationality (Adjective): Seychellois
Official Language(s): Creole, English
Major Languages Spoken: Creole, English
Country Facts
Country Name (long form): Republic of Seychelles
Country Name (short form): Seychelles
Country Name (local long form): Republic of Seychelles
Country Name (local short form): Seychelles
Name of Capital: Victoria
UTC Time Difference (from capital): UTC+4 (9 hours ahead of Washington, DC during Standard Time)
Countries Near by, and Bordering Seychelles Republic: Madagascar
Land Area: 455 sq km
Comparative Area: 2.5 times the size of Washington , DC
Coastline: 491
National Holiday: Constitution Day (National Day), 18 June (1993)
International Phone Code: 248
Currency Code: Seychelles rupee (SCR)
Internet Country Code: .sc
US Embassy Location: the US does not have an embassy in Seychelles; the ambassador to Mauritius is accredited to Seychel
US Embassy Mailing Address: none
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