Experience the Seychelles
Sèche Island
It appears inconspicuous on maps. The island belongs to the group of inner islands and, as an ilot, is an integral part of the geographical structure of the Seychelles.
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Inselgruppe: Inner Islands
Inseltyp: Ilot
Fläche: 0,02 km²
Entfernung zu Mahé: 5 km
Anreise: boat
Bewohnt: nein
Geologie: granite
Besonderheiten: Granite mountains, short hiking trails, bays with rocks
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On maps, it appears inconspicuous. On the water, it fulfills a clear function.
This small, flat coral island belongs to the Inner Islands and lies in the vicinity of the main island. Nearby are well-known stretches of Mahé's coastline, as well as several small islets that together define the coastal area. Reefs completely surround the island. There is no infrastructure on land and no reason to visit.
In practice, the island serves as a landmark for boat traffic. Skippers use it to determine their position, estimate distances, and as a reference point in the shallow coastal area. Its significance therefore lies less in the experience itself and more in its spatial organization.
Classification
- Small uninhabited coral island of the Inner Islands.
- It is located in the coastal area near the main island.
- Relevant for maps, navigation, and boat traffic.
This place completes the overview. Quiet, functional, and firmly anchored in the island network around Mahé.