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Fairs & Festivals |
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A modest range of events enliven the normal languid pace of life in the Seychelles. With its rich fishing and diving grounds, exquisite ecological units and diverse culture, the Seychelles boast some exhilarating aquatic-based contests, and a handful of highly-animated religious and cultural festivals and fairs. Some of the most prominent are the Creole Festival, SUBIOS, Seychelles Sailing Cup and Regatta. |
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Creole Festival |
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October in Seychelles sees the most important and flamboyant cultural event, the Creole Festival, a week-long annual event that celebrate the different cultural aspects of Creole life- music, dance, art, food, language, and other customs. This is the time when the fusion of races, traditions and religions is most distinctive.
This spectacular event is a priceless opportunity for visitors to truly revel in the spirit of the Creole culture. The festival is crammed with colourful activities, which includes a float event, musical shows, art galleries, and fairs.
Local artists, and even invited artists from other countries from all over the Indian Ocean, team up to entertain the crowd. Your hips will not be able to resist the energetic and exotic tempo of the Indian Ocean at the various musical activities.
The traditional-looking stalls of coconut leaves and wood, set up in Victoria for the celebration, offers a variety of exotic cuisine and other locally-made items. Do not miss out on the culinary delights! The delicious aromas alone will guide you to the food stalls. |
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Subios |
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The underwater life is revered during the annual SUBIOS festival, a testimony to Seychelles’ eco-friendly commitment. SUBIOS is an impressive underwater film and image celebration that features a broad range of competitions for both locals and visitors.
The festival helps in promoting the Seychelles and raise international awareness of the ecosystem. |
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Seychelles Sailing Cup |
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Snugly located outside the cyclone belt, Seychelles is an excellent sailing destination. The Seychelles Sailing Cup, an international sailing race, is open to both amateurs and professionals. Different types of sailing boat can participate in the contest. Water sport addicts will enjoy the excitement of racing through the tropical water around the breath-taking islands. |
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Regatta |
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Regatta is a well-liked charitable event organised by the Seychelles Round Table Association. It parades a range of lively activities that includes a Miss Regatta beauty pageant, a Mr Regatta bodybuilding contest, trade fairs, games, various exciting water sports and other athletic events. The activities are mostly based along the popular Beau Vallon beach. Tiny stalls are lined up along the street, and tasty smells of local gastronomic treats compete with the smell of the sea. |
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Fet Afrik |
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Fet Afrik festival in Seychelles is held in honour of the African nations to pay tribute to the country's African roots, although the later years, Kenyan culture has heavily featured in the event as many Seychellois had migrated to that country. The popular event in the Seychelles also features international as well as local performers, each giving their take on the African culture. |
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Rotary club fishing tournament |
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Held in April just before the south east monsoon the tournament goes on for 2 days. This fishing tournament is a charity event where the best fishermen are given cash prizes. However with all the marvellous fish to be found in the Seychelles waters, everyone taking part in the event is bound to be a winner. |
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Assumption of Mary on La Digue |
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Held during the month of August on the 15th precisely, this feast is especially symbolic to the locals who are Roman Catholics. It is a tradition to have young children parade on the island in the honour of the Virgin Mary, singing hymns that have been sung by generations before them. Interestingly, once the religious rituals are over, it is the perfect chance to witness the welcoming nature of people on La Digue as well as their fun loving side. It is a time to show their characteristics and harmonity towards each other. |
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The Seychellois are convivial and they certainly enjoy a good time.
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