a republic on the Seychelles islands; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1976
"The tropical resort of Anse Lazio is located within the republic on the Seychelles islands, which achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1976."
a group of about 90 islands in the western Indian Ocean to the north of Madagascar
"The Seychelles is an archipelago consisting of around 115 inhabited and uninhabited islands located off the east coast of Africa."
A country in East Africa. Official name: Republic of Seychelles
"The Republic of Seychelles, a small island nation located off the coast of East Africa, is famous for its pristine beaches and unique wildlife."
The name Seychelles comes from the French surname of Jean Moreau de Séchelles, a former official and politician. It was named in his honor rather than derived from an original meaning.