Eden Island is an artificial island in Seychelles, lying 3.5 km from the capital Victoria.

History

The island was created artificially during the 2000s. It belongs to the Mahe Port Islands, which are mostly artificial islands created by funds from Dubai when the Dubai dredger was placed in Seychelles.

Eden Island, Seychelles

Geography

The island has many protected bays and beaches.

Eden Island, Seychelles

Administration

The island belongs to Roche Caiman District.

Eden Island, Seychelles

Tourism

Today, the island's main industry is tourism, and it is known for its big hotel, the Eden Bleu.

Transport

The island hosts a small port and a yacht marina.

Cuisine

Fish and other sorts of seafood are the main ingredients.

Image gallery

References

External links

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Mahe Map 2015

Info on the island

Gallery from the plane on the development of the island

Artificial islands of Seychelles

Islands of Mahé Islands