Original Story Published by: Ajay Jain for The Asian Age
(Above) The Seychelles are a group of islands, the biggest being Mahe with capital Victoria.
Seychelles is a dream come true for all — be it an adventure seeker or one doing some soul-searching.
Aaron wants to be happy in life. And it’s easy — everyone is happy in his community. How often do you hear such statements? Often, if you are in the Seychelles. A joyful paradise if there was one. Aaron ‘the wise’, all of 20, lives on the La Digue island, and I met him working in a juice bar at the Anse Source d’Argent (Anse means beach in Creole, the local language), rated as one of the best beaches in the world. That’s what I discovered for myself — a state of bliss in these islands in the Indian Ocean, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the world most of us come from. Clear blue skies, clean beaches, pristine waters, healthy air, temperate climate and a care for the environment — all this brings out a general goodness in people, where flora and fauna thrive.
BEING IN SEYCHELLES
The Seychelles are a group of islands, the biggest being Mahe with capital Victoria. Its 80,000 residents comprise all but a sixth of the country’s population — indicative of how the low density gives everyone ample room to stretch and breathe. From tiny to not-so-tiny, these islands have a hilly terrain, rich with forests, surrounded by the seas on all sides and a few freshwater bodies within. Surprisingly, almost no fruits and vegetables grow here and everything has to be imported — raising the prices a tad bit in the process. The country has a police force but with little to do — crime is almost unheard of. Houses are left unlocked, with doors ajar at times. And there are no madding tourist crowds — not only are the islands a bit out of the way for most airlines, but the country also conducts carrying capacities to ensure sustainable growth.
