Antananarivo

City Tour of Antananarivo

Explore the « City of a Thousand Soldiers, » that bears witness to the history of Imerina and Madagascar since the time of kingdoms! Discover sites rich in remnants of the past: sacred hills and their palaces, public squares, tombs, hadivory; churches and the emblematic places of the city such as the Soarano station, Lake Anosy, Ampamarinana, viewpoints, the avenue of independence and its arcades, markets, etc.

Located in the western part of Antananarivo it is a fertile region known for its lakes including Itasy, the 3rd lake of Madagascar. Enjoy lakeside walks, waterfalls, geysers, and panoramic views of volcanic craters. fresh, organic cuisine and stunning landscapes. In this land it is recommended to taste local fresh and organic products like papayas, avocados, cassavas, market vegetables, zebu meat, or freshly caught royal carps and tilapias from Lake Itasy… With good chefs, everything is there to please your taste buds.

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring palaces, royal tombs, and public squares that reflect Imerina’s royal past and local traditions. Hills are the emblem of the royal past of Imerina. There are several of them, but this one testify to the know-how and way of life of the past, local beliefs, and customs. Ambohimanga is a condensed version of signs and meanings!