UNESCO WHCNaturalInscribed 1983
Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
Overview
In the heart of the small island of Praslin, the reserve has the vestiges of a natural palm forest preserved in almost its original state. The famous coco de mer, from a palm-tree once believed to grow in the depths of the sea, is the largest seed in the plant kingdom.
About Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve is a nature park and UNESCO World Heritage Site on the island of Praslin, Seychelles. It consists of a well-preserved palm forest, flagship species made up of the island endemic coco de mer, as well as five other endemic palms.
Read more on WikipediaSelection Criteria
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Components(1 location)
Details
- Countries
- Seychelles
- ISO Codes
- SC
- Area
- 19.5 ha
- Coordinates
- -4.3310, 55.7380
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