The Republic of Madagascar is a beautiful island with numerous sights. The hospitality of local residents, the diversity of flora and fauna, untouched nature and much more daily turns heads of tourists. On the island of Madagascar, not only have something to see, but it is easy to get lost in time from the impressions received.
What's interesting on the island?
Having visited the main attractions of the island of Madagascar, you will discover the cultural, historical and natural diversity:
- The baobabs' alley in Menaba is the most recognizable in the whole world. Huge baobabs of about 800 years old grow on both sides along the road between Murundava and Belon'i Tsiribihina. It is believed that for a long time they were surrounded by a dense tropical forest.
- The Andasibe National Park is the most visited park of the island. There are 11 lemurs here. In addition to these, many birds, reptiles and insects live in the park. In the Andasibe park, many endemics of Madagascar feel comfortable.
- Park Tsing-du-Bemaraha - the most unusual place on the island. The local quaint karst layers of limestone (stone forest) are very sharp, between them are laid tourist trails. The park includes a massive mangrove forest, inhabited by 7 species of lemurs, including Dykens Sifak is a dancing lemur.
- The island of Saint-Marie will be interesting for fans of diving . The former pirate island is located on the eastern side of Madagascar, today its white beaches and clear water attract many tourists. In the coastal waters of the island lie the remains of several pirate ships. If you want to look at Madagascar something special and make a vivid photo - then what you need is the migration of whales along the coast of the island of Saint Marie.
- The Royal Hill of Ambohimanga is one of the few sacred places among the Magalasians in the last 500 years. A long time in the historical village lived the whole royal family. The village is surrounded by a protective wall, built on a solution of lime and egg whites. The preserved complex of Mahandrihono with royal artifacts is a very impressive sight in Madagascar.
- Zoo Tsimbazaza presents to you some species of lemurs, turtles, crocodiles and exotic birds that live in Madagascar. Zest of zoo, Malagasy Academic Museum, a real treasure trove of natural artifacts. Here are stored skeletons of giant lemurs and huge epiornis, ancient three-meter birds similar to ostriches, and other rarities.
- The Ankaratra volcano is the main one among the ridge of extinct volcanoes, 50 km from the capital of the island, Antananarivo . According to legends, among these volcanoes several centuries ago robbers hid. The height of Ankaratra is 2644 m.
- The historical royal quarter of Rouva is located on a hill in Antananarivo. About 20 wooden and stone sanctuaries and palaces with stunning architecture are called the quarter. It is worth noting the Royal Palace of Manjakamiadana and the wooden palace of Tranovola.
- Mahilaka is the ancient city of Madagascar. The settlement, supposedly Arabic, with an area of about 60 hectares, was alive in about the 11th-14th centuries. The city is surrounded by a wall, many stone buildings are partially preserved.
- The dead lake in Antsirabe for absolutely unknown reasons is completely empty. The temperature and water quality are quite suitable for many fish and algae, but for some reason they do not live here. Many ancient and terrible legends are associated with the lake.
- The main port of Madagascar - the city of Tuamasin - is also a kind of attraction. There are many old houses in the colonial style preserved here, the City Hall, the Bazar-Be market and the Colonna Square stand out.
This is not the whole list of interesting tourist sites on the island. If you have not decided yet what you want to visit, do not worry. In many hotels in Madagascar you will be offered colorful booklets on the main attractions with descriptions and photos so you can choose the most attractive excursion for you.
Tourism in Madagascar is actively developing, and local attractions are visited annually by tourists from all over the world.