The country was a French colony and then a British one, and was populated by settlers as well as African slaves. The subsequent intermingling of many peoples and cultures has resulted in a multi-ethnic, multicultural society.
Why is Seychelles least populated?
Low immigration rates arising from the isolation of the granitic Seychelles, together with low extinction rates due to climatic stability and high population densities may be responsible for this.
What is the racial makeup of the Seychelles?
90% of the population of the Seychelles are of Creole descent, usually from French colonial settlers and African slave labourers. Most of the remaining 10% of residents are of European origin.
Is Seychelles diverse?
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