Trivia in Seychelles

National symbols

Flag: A radial design of blue, yellow, red, white, and green stripes symbolizing a multi-ethnic nation progressing toward the future.

Emblem: A shield featuring an Aldabra giant tortoise and sailing ship at center, with the national motto 'Finis Coronat Opus' (The End Crowns the Work) on a ribbon below.

Trivia & facts

• The 'Coco de Mer', bearing the world's largest seeds, requires government-issued permits even for naturally fallen nuts.
• Banknotes featuring Aldabra giant tortoises and beautiful fish are popular among collectors.
• Currency code SCR stands for 'Seychelles Rupee', locally called 'rupee'.
• Victoria's clock tower is a miniature reproduction of the clock tower at London Victoria Station.
• Right-hand drive and left-side traffic remain from the British colonial era.
• Per capita fish catch ranks among the world's highest.
• Seychelles waters are one of the largest tuna fishing grounds in the Indian Ocean.
• Over 42% of the territory is designated as national parks or nature reserves.
• Single-use plastic bags were completely banned in 2017.
• Known as a filming location for movies like 'Cast Away' and 'Ghost Protocol'.