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The island's main town, founded in 1735. It has the tourist office, shops and the departure point for buses to the villages.
Aldabra giant tortoises, a forest of native species and caves, including the Grande Caverne. Guided tours only, at set times: check the schedule before you go.
Official websitefrancoisleguatreserve.com→A lagoon islet protected as a seabird reserve, reached by boat on excursions run by local agencies.
Song and dance driven by the drum, inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2017. You can hear it at festivals and cultural evenings.
The accordion accompanies many Rodriguan dances; the ségakordéon blends its repertoire with the rhythm of sega.
Held in the first week of December, it celebrates Creole music, dance and food. Check the programme with the tourist office.
Ourite (octopus), kono-kono, maize-based diri may, achards, chilli, honey and Rodriguan tart make up the island's flavours.
Hats, baskets and bags woven from vacoas or vetiver fibres, a skill passed down in many villages.