Sainte Anne, Mahe Island, East Coast Borderi, Seychelles
3. 688 views 💖 4 👍 1
A five hundred-acre private island paradise surrounded by a national marine park, Sainte Anne Resort & Spa exudes quality in a naturally beautiful setting. Hide away in one of the divine, sea-facing private villas featuring Creole-style décor and furnishings and enjoy outdoor living, gazebos perfect for lazy afternoons sunbathing and palatial bathrooms with fabulous outdoor showers.
The Al-Attarine Madrasa or Medersa al-Attarine is a madrasa in Fes, Morocco, near the Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque. It was built by the Marinid sultan Uthman II Abu Said (r. 1310-1331) in 1323-5. It is considered one of the highest achievements of Marinid architecture due to its rich and harmonious decoration and its efficient use of limited space.
Telouet Kasbah is a historic fortified palace located in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Built in the 18th and 19th centuries, the kasbah served as the seat of power for the Glaoui family, who were once one of the most powerful families in Morocco. Kasbah Telouet is a Kasbah along the important former trading route of the caravans between Marrakech and the Sahara.
Chefchaouen is a picturesque city located in the Rif Mountains of northern Morocco. Known for its blue-washed buildings and stunning natural beauty, Chefchaouen has become a popular destination for tourists seeking a unique and peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of other Moroccan cities.
The Royal Palaces of Abomey are 12 palaces spread over an area of 40 hectares (100 acres) at the heart of the Abomey town in Benin, formerly the capital of the West African Kingdom of Dahomey. At its peak the palaces could accommodate up to 8000 people. The King's palace included a two-story building known as the "cowrie house" or akuehue.
Serengeti National Park is a world-renowned wildlife sanctuary located in Tanzania, East Africa. The park covers an area of approximately 14,763 square kilometers (5,700 square miles) and is famous for its spectacular wildlife migrations, which see millions of animals moving across the plains in search of food and water.
The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace is a Catholic minor basilica dedicated to Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro, the administrative capital of Côte d'Ivoire. Guinness World Records lists it as the largest church in the world, having surpassed the previous record holder, Saint Peter's Basilica, upon completion. It has an area of 30,000 square metres (320,000 sq ft) and is 158 metres (518 ft) tall.
Malolotja National Park covers 18,000 hectares or 44,000 acres of mountain wilderness on Eswatini's northwestern border with South Africa. The park includes Ngwenya Mountain, Eswatini's second highest mountain 1,829 m, and Malolotja Falls which drop 89 metres or 292 ft, the highest in Eswatini. Habitats include short grassland to thick riverine scrub, bushveld and Afromontane forest.
The Baths of Antoninus or Baths of Carthage, located in Carthage, Tunisia, are the largest set of Roman thermae built on the African continent and one of three largest built in the Roman Empire. They are the largest outside mainland Italy. The baths are also the only remaining Thermae of Carthage that dates back to the Roman Empire's era. The baths were built during the reign of Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius.
Etosha National Park is a national park located in northwestern Namibia, known for its unique landscape and abundant wildlife. It covers an area of 22,270 km² (8,600 sq mi), making it one of the largest national parks in Africa. The park is home to hundreds of species of mammals, birds, and reptiles, including several threatened and endangered species such as the black rhinoceros.
The Door of No Return is a memorial arch in Ouidah, Benin. The concrete and bronze arch, which stands on the beach, is a memorial to the enslaved Africans who were taken from the slave port of Ouidah to the Americas.
The W National Park or W Regional Park is a major national park in West Africa around a meander in the Niger River shaped like the letter W. The park includes areas of the three countries Niger, Benin and Burkina Faso, and is governed by the three governments.
The Sanctuaire Marial, also known as the Marian Shrine, in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, is a significant religious site dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It serves as a place of pilgrimage, prayer, and reflection for the local Catholic community and visitors. As a Marian shrine, it is dedicated to the veneration of the Virgin Mary, who holds a special place in the hearts of many Catholics.
St Paul's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in the city of Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The cathedral, which was designed by the Italian architect Aldo Spirito, serves as the mother church for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Abidjan.
Abidjan is the largest city and the former capital of Ivory Coast. As of the 2021 census, Abidjan's population was 6.3 million. A cultural crossroads of West Africa, Abidjan is characterised by a high level of industrialisation and urbanisation. It is the most populous French-speaking city in West Africa.
Tarangire National Park is a national park in Tanzania's Manyara Region. The park is most popular for its large elephant herds and mini-wildlife migration that takes place during the dry season which sees about 250,000 animals enter the park.
Unguja, also known as Zanzibar Island, is the largest and most populated island of the Zanzibar archipelago, in Tanzania. Unguja is a hilly island, about 85 kilometres (53 miles) long (north-south) and 30 kilometres (19 miles) wide (east-west) at its widest, with an overall area of about 1,666 square kilometres (643 square miles).
Aït Benhaddou is a historic ighrem or ksar (fortified village) along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh in Morocco. It is considered a great example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture. The Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou is located in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, a natural gateway to the desert, 30 km north-west of the Moroccan town of Ouarzazate.
Sidi Bou Said is a town in northern Tunisia located about 20 km northeast from the capital, Tunis. The town itself is a tourist attraction and is known for its extensive use of blue and white. It can be reached by a TGM train, which runs from Tunis to La Marsa. Its population was 6,000 in 2023.
Grande Comore is an island in Comoros off the coast of Africa. It is the largest island in the Comoros nation. Most of its population is of the Comorian ethnic group. Its population as of 2006 is about 316,600. The island's capital is Moroni, which is also the national capital.
Hassan Tower is the minaret of an incomplete mosque in Rabat, Morocco. The Hassan Tower is considered as the symbol of Rabat, it is one of the most famous sites of the kingdom. The Hassan tower remains the only vestige of what was to be, at the instigation of the Almohad sultan Yacoub Al Mansour (12th century), the largest mosque in the Muslim world.
Djenné is a city in Mali. About 33,000 people lived there in 2009. The city lies on an island, and is known for the Great Mosque of Djenné . People have lived there since about the year 800 CE. It is a Songhai town and urban commune in the Inland Niger Delta region of central Mali,
The archaeological site of Oudhna is located 30 kilometers south-west of Tunis, in the valley of Oued Miliane, known since Antiquity for its fertile soil. Human occupation of the region dates back to pre-Roman times, but the foundation of the town took place at the end of the first century B.C. when a new colony was created, inhabited by veterans of the 13th Roman legion.
N’Djamena is the bustling capital and largest city of Chad and is located on the country’s southwestern border, adjacent to Cameroon. It is also a special statute region, divided into 10 districts or arrondissements. The city is a bustling agricultural centre, which serves as a major river port for trade throughout the region. Its population was 807,000 in 2009.
Sidi Belhassen Chedly Mausoleum is a mausoleum in Tunisia, located near the Jellaz cemetery south of Tunis. It is one of the most known and iconic soufi Saints of Tunis. The mausoleum consists of two sites, the Kabira Mamiyya tourbet is located on the highest point of the hill.
Bioko is an island of Equatorial Guinea. Its highest elevation is 3,012 m (9882 ft). It is located 32 km (20 mi) south of the coast of Cameroon, and 160 km (99 mi) northwest of the northernmost part of mainland Equatorial Guinea. Malabo, on the north coast of the island, is the capital city of Equatorial Guinea. Bioko's population was 335,048 at the 2015 census.
Bujumbura is the economic capital, largest city and main port of Burundi. It lies at an elevation of 774 m (2,539 ft). It ships most of the country's chief export, coffee, as well as cotton and tin ore. Its population was 374,809 in 2023.
Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa. It is more than just a pile of rocks in the bay. A protected national park, it has some remarkable features that make it a fantastic destination for nature-lovers, deserving of more than just a quick cable car ride to see the view from the top.
Mount Karthala is an active shield volcano located on the southern part of Grande Comore Island, which is part of the Union of the Comoros in East Africa. With an elevation of 2,361 meters (7,746 feet), it is the highest point in the Comoros and one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
Moheli Marine Park is a protected area located in the Comoros Islands, specifically on the island of Moheli. It was established in 2001 and covers an area of approximately 400 square kilometers (154 square miles) of coastal and marine environments, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove forests.
The Comoros is a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean, off the east coast of Africa. It is an archipelago comprising four main islands: Grande Comore, Moheli, Anjouan, and Mayotte, the latter of which is an overseas department of France. The capital city is Moroni, located on Grande Comore. Comoros' population was 883,075 in 2024.
Moroni is the largest city, national capital, and seat of the government of the Union of the Comoros, a sovereign archipelago nation in the Indian Ocean. Moroni is the capital of the semi-autonomous island of Ngazidja, the largest of the three main islands of the republic. The city's estimated population in 2016 was 111,326 residents, up from 41,557 in 2003.
Tangier is a city in northwestern Morocco, on the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The city is the capital of the Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, as well as the Tangier-Assilah Prefecture of Morocco. Many civilisations and cultures have influenced the history of Tangier, starting from before the 10th century BCE. Its population was 1,275,428 in 2024.
Djibouti, officially the Republic of Djibouti, is a country in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Somalia to the south, Ethiopia to the southwest, Eritrea in the north, and the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden to the east. Somali and Afar are widely spoken, but French and Arabic are official languages. Djibouti is a multi-ethnic nation with a population of 1,066,809 in 2024.
Djibouti City, Djibouti is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Djibouti, a small but strategically vital nation in the Horn of Africa on the Gulf of Tadjoura. Known for its unique location, cultural blend, and geopolitical significance. Djibouti had a population of 776,966 inhabitants in 2024.
Equatorial Guinea, officially the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, is a country on the west coast of Central Africa. Formerly the colony of Spanish Guinea. It is known for its rich oil reserves and a history of authoritarian rule. As of 2024, the country had a population of 1,795,834, The capital city, Malabo, is located on the island of Bioko, not on the mainland.
Malabo is the capital of Equatorial Guinea and the province of Bioko Norte. It is located on the north coast of the island of Bioko. In 2018, the city had a population of approximately 297,000 inhabitants. Notable buildings in Malabo include Malabo Cathedral, Malabo Government Building and the Malabo Court Building.
The Fiat Tagliero Building is a Futurist-style service station in Asmara, Eritrea. The Fiat Tagliero Building was built in 1938; it is an architectural ode to the automobile Fiat’s Lingotto factory in Torino. It’s also the most magnificent futuristic gas station ever built even if Tagliero is thousands of miles from Italy’s industrial heartland.
Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, also known as the Catholic cathedral od Asmara, is an impressive large Revival First Romanesque style cathedral that is located in the capital city of the State of Eritrea, Asmara. Built in 1922 by the colonial authorities of Italian Eritrea, since 2015 is part of the Eritrean Catholic Church, and is the seat of the Eritrean Catholic Archeparchy of Asmara.
Eritrea, officially the State of Eritrea, is a country in the Horn of Africa region of East Africa, with its capital and largest city being Asmara. Eritrea is in East Africa, bordering the Red Sea, between Djibouti and Sudan, with a long disputed border with Ethiopia. Its population was 3.47 million in 2023.
Benin, officially the Republic of Benin, is a country in West Africa. The capital is Porto-Novo, and the seat of government is in Cotonou, the most populous city and economic capital. Its population in 2022 was estimated to be 13,754,688. Agriculture plays an important role in Benin's economy, generating 70 per cent of employment and nearly 25 per cent of GDP.
Maseru is the capital and largest city of Lesotho. It is also the capital of the Maseru District. Located on the Caledon River, Maseru lies directly on the Lesotho–South Africa border. It sits at the elevation of 1,600 m (5,200 ft). Maseru had a population of 330,760 in the 2016 census.
Morocco, officially the Kingdom of Morocco, is the westernmost country in the Maghreb region of North Africa. It had a population of 36,828,330 in 2024. Its capital is Rabat, while its largest city is Casablanca. Its official and predominant religion is Islam, and the official languages are Arabic and Berber.
Africa is the world's second-largest and second-most populous continent after Asia. It covers 20% of Earth's land area and 6% of its total surface area. With nearly 1.4 billion people as of 2021, it accounts for about 18% of the world's human population. There are 54 African countries in Africa.
Eswatini is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. It is bordered by South Africa on all sides except the northeast, where it shares a border with Mozambique. Its population was 1,236,126 in 2023. As one of the few remaining monarchies in Africa, culture and heritage are deeply engrained in all aspects of Swazi life, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all who visit.
Mbabane is the most populous city in Eswatini, and is one of the two capitals (along with Lobamba), serving as the executive capital. It has an estimated population of 94,874 (2010). It is located on the Mbabane River and its tributary the Polinjane River in the Mdzimba Mountains. The average elevation of the city is 1,243 meters.
Guinea, officially the Republic of Guinea[b], is a coastal country in West Africa. It borders the Atlantic Ocean to the west. Its population was 13,986,179 in 2023. its capital is Conakry. Guinea is a land of surprising beauty, from the rolling mountain plateau of Fouta Djalon to wide Sahelian lands and thick forests.
Conakryis the capital and largest city of Guinea. A port city on the Atlantic Ocean , it serves as the economic, financial and cultural centre of Guinea. Its population as of the 2014 Guinea census was 1,660,973. The harbour is an important trading post which exports various goods such as exotic fruits, coffee, cocoa and fish.
