Round Island, Praslin


Round is an island in Seychelles, lying less than a mile southeast of the island of Praslin tilted a little to the southeast of Praslin's easternmost Peninsula and 48 km north-east of the island of Mahe

Geography

Round is a granite island, its length from north to south is 380 m and width from west to east is 620 m. The island is covered with dense tropical vegetation. it has a 75-metre high summit, symmetrical in shape and surrounded by crystal clear water.
Once on the island grew endemic Lodoicea, but it was cut down for the cultivation of Coconut palms and production of Copra.
The island is privately owned, and has a small luxury resort, and a private home of the owners family.
There is also a Round Island near the island of Mahé.

Tourism

Today, the island's main industry is tourism, and it is known for its beaches, especially Anse Chez Gabi.
One can go on a boat trip or a diving trip around the island.

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