Churches in Curieuse Island
Curieuse Island, Praslin (Seychelles)
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Churches in Curieuse Island is a heritage tour of the island's historic Catholic mission church ruins, located on Curieuse Island near Praslin in the Seychelles. The site dates to the 19th century when the island served as a leper colony, and the stone church remnants stand as a testament to that era. Visitors reach the island by boat and explore the ruins alongside the island's giant tortoise sanctuary.
What to expect
- Guided walking tour of the 19th-century church ruins, lasting approximately 30 minutes.
- View the remaining stone walls and altar foundation of the original mission church.
- Entry fee includes access to the adjacent Curieuse Marine National Park and tortoise enclosure.
- Suitable for history enthusiasts and travellers interested in Seychelles' colonial and medical past.
- Boat transfer from Praslin to Curieuse Island is required and typically takes 20–30 minutes.
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