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Silhouette Island derived its name from the French explorer Étienne de Silhouette, who held the position of French Controller-General of Finances during King Louis XV's reign.
Silhouette was the initial island spotted in 1609 upon the discovery of the Seychelles archipelago, although it wasn't inhabited until the early 19th century. It stands as the third largest island within the Seychelles and is esteemed as the most beautiful granitic island in the archipelago.
Measuring five kilometers in both length and width, Silhouette is approximately an hour's boat ride from Mahe. The island features the towering 780-meter-high Mount Dauban surrounded by dense forests, attracting ecologists and environmentalists. Encircled by lush, evergreen vegetation, Silhouette is encompassed by a thriving marine habitat hosting a diverse array of fish and shells within its reefs. Furthermore, some of its unspoiled beaches serve as breeding grounds for green turtles.
Silhouette Island
Silhouette is also known to have been the home to one of the most notorious pirates, Jean Francois Hodoul and the legend has it that his fortune still lies buried there.
Did you know?
Silhouette Island is home to two National Monuments, the Plantation house, and the Dauban Mausoleum. The plantation house reflects artistic and architectural movements originating from the Creole and European cultures. It was built around 1861 as the family home for Mr. Henry Dauban, owner of the island at that time.
You can visit the house where the family lived during their time on the island. The house was renovated and converted into a museum where you can still visit the family's belongings.
On the first floor, you will find the Grann Kaz restaurant, where you will be able to taste the local gastronomy.
