Anse Royale

Origin of Name and History

Anse Royale has a long colonial history and the name of “Anse Royale” is literally in French meaning “Royal Bay” when translated in English, “Anse” is from the vast coastline landscape which stretches the length of the narrow bay from beginning to the end of the district border found meticulously between Au cap and the Takamaka District.  

Community Facilities and Services

The Anse Royale District has various community facilities and services at the benefit of the inhabitants. Such includes: One Day Care Centre; one Primary School, one Creche, one Secondary School, One playing field, One Community Centre, One University of Seychelles, One Hospital, One Police Station.

Location

The Anse Royale District lies on the South East coast of Mahe approximately 25km from Victoria. Bounded in the North by the Au Cap District and in the South by the Takamaka District, Anse Royale enjoys the status of being one of the most attractive places on Mahe especially for its beaches Anse Royale, Anse Baleine, Anse Bougainville and Anse Parnel.

Districts Logo and Motto

The District’s Logo represents the district’s long colonial history, seat of the original Spice Garden, very popular today with visitors and locals alike, for its sandy beaches and their sense of getaway where one is transported back in time, all symbolised through the open book against the calm backdrop of Souris islet and the flavour of the cinnamon