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Festivals in Seychelles: the most popular events <br>
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Festivals in Seychelles Savoy Seychelles Resort & Spa Seychelles people have a lot of interesting festivals that tourists would like to take part in with great pleasure.
Seychelles International Carnival of Victoria The annual event is spread over three days on Mahé Island to highlight the various cultures. It features float parades during the day, while all main hotels host special events that take place the first few weeks of February.
Semaine de la Francophonie Celebrating French culture in mid-March, Semaine de la Francophonie is a similar entity to that which is enjoyed in Franco-influenced destinations around the world. The week-long party takes place on Mahé Island and features an array of art exhibitions and literary readings, along with French music, song, fashion and food.
Holy Week Seychellois are a deeply religious folk and these events are a jolly affair, when street fests are accompanied by numerous food stalls and colorful music of the region.
Independence Day Independence from the UK in 1976 in celebrated and relived on June 29 throughout the Seychelles, with lots of flag-waving and the obligatory singing and dancing to local tunes.
Round Table Beau Vallon Regatta Held during the pleasant high season months of August and September, the hotly anticipated Beau Vallon Regatta is comprised of yacht races and a myriad of other water events. There is a swimming competition, tug-of- war (on land) and all sorts of events that tourists can get in on at the beach.
La Digue Festival This three-day event at Mahé’s main beach (Beau Vallon) takes place in early October and is all about promoting underwater conservation. People come from all over to see films and photographs of the world beneath the waves.
Creole Festival A must for tourists visiting Mahé, Praslin or La Digue in the last week of October is this fabulous six-day foodie event. It celebrates everything Creole, including their arts, crafts, music, dance and food.
Contacts Beau Vallon beach, Mahe island, Seychelles +248 252 02 00 reservation@savoy.sc savoy.sc