Capitol: Antananarivo

Climate: it has two seasons a hot, rainy season from November to April; and a cooler, dry season from
May to October. - See more at: http://www.wildmadagascar.org/overview/loc/19-
climate.html#sthash.0aFUre68.dpuf
Food: meals traditionally based around rice. There is only one beer, three horses beer. Veggies and
Fruits are organically grown.
It is a tradition in Madagascar to serve meals when they are steaming hot. Cold food is not so popular among the
people of Madagascar. Amongst the specialities of Madagascar cuisine, Ro and Ravitoto rank high in the order. Ro is
made by mixing rice with herbs and fragrant leaves. It forms the staple diet of Madagascar. Along with Ro people eat
Ravitoto which is a preparation of meat and herbs. People of Madagascar love to have beef and pork that is deep
fried in oil and spices. Madagascar food also includes beverages and drinks such as toaka gasy, betsa and litchel.
Alahamadi Be is Madagascars traditional New Years Day, which takes place in March and lasts for
two days. Crowds hit the street in celebration, homes are decorated in lights and friends and family
visit to wish eachother well. Traditional music and dance plays a part in the festivities.
Martyrs Day
Also held in March on the 29th, Martyrs Day commemorates the 1947 rebellion against French
colonial rule which eventually led to Madagascars independence after thousands of lives had been
lost. The day is a public holiday in which the dead are memorialized for their sacrifices.
Feria Oramena
The carnival atmosphere of Feria Oramena held in June focuses on Madagascars favorite seafood,
lobsters. Shows, exhibitions and lots of fish dishes are enjoyed by all.
Fisemana
The Fisemana festival, held by the Antakarana people, is a purification ritual taking place every
June. The customs go back centuries and are performed by local soothsayers.
Famadihana
This traditional event, known as the turning of the bones, is a three-month family-oriented ritual
beginning in June in Madagascar. The bodies of recently-passed family members and ancestors are
taken from the crypt, re-dressed in silk shrouds and reburied.
Hiragasy
This much-loved July event is a traditional form of entertainment in Madagascar, first seen in the
18th century. Competing players perform a five-themed spectacle of oratory, dance, music, drinking
and eating contests amid much merriment.
Donia Music Festival
Held in September at the Hell-Ville Stadium on Nosy Be Island, the Donia Music Festival is a
combination of Malagasy music, sport and cultural events. The festivities last for a full week and
draw in over 40,000 spectators.
Madajazzcar
Octobers Maddajazzcar is a massive, two-week long celebration of jazz held in venues all over the
capital. International musicians, singers and thousands of visitors attend the events.
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Tourism: Wildlife tourism
Lemur: Ring tailed and Indri, look like a cat and squirrel mix 60 species of lemurs
Lemurs are vocal animals, making sounds that range from the grunts and
swears of brown lemurs and sifaka to the chirps of mouse lemurs to the eerie,
wailing call of the indri, which has been likened to a cross between a police siren and
the song of a humpback whale. - See more at:
http://www.wildmadagascar.org/wildlife/lemurs.html#sthash.rBzO3aYb.dpuf

The Malagasy are of mixed Malayo-Indonesian and African-Arab ancestry.
Indonesians are believed to have migrated to the island about 700. Read more:
Madagascar: Maps, History, Geography, Government, Culture, Facts, Guide &
Travel/Holidays/Cities | Infoplease.com
http://www.infoplease.com/country/madagascar.html#ixzz3EL0XamnP
Languages: Malagasy and French (both official), English
Ethnicity/race: Malayo-Indonesian (Merina and related Betsileo), Ctiers (mixed
African, Malayo-Indonesian, and Arab ancestry: Betsimisaraka, Tsimihety, Antaisaka,
Sakalava), French, Indian, Creole, Comoran
Religions: indigenous beliefs 52%, Christian 41%, Islam 7% Read more: Madagascar:
Maps, History, Geography, Government, Culture, Facts, Guide &
Travel/Holidays/Cities | Infoplease.com
http://www.infoplease.com/country/madagascar.html?pageno=7#ixzz3EL0p0h67
Explore the Beaches
In Madagascar, you will find beaches that are on the tourist trails and others that
havent even been explored yet. There is something for everyone whether you are
looking for luxury or something more authentic. The most popular beaches are in
Diego, Anakao, the areas surrounding Morondava, and the islands of Nosy Be, Sainte
Marie, & Nosy Ve.
Avenue of the Baobabs, Avenue of the Baobabs Sunset, Avenue of the Baobabs
Madagasacar
Avenue of the Baobabs in Madagascar
Avenue of the Baobabs
The unique Baobab trees can be found all around the country. Just an hour away
from Morondava there are a unique set trees lined along the road where you can get
exceptional pictures at sunset.
The Big Tsingy Stone Forest in Madagascar
The main tourist attraction in Madagascar that I came to see is beyond impressive.
Its not easy getting there as it takes 1 complete day via 44 on very rough terrain.
There are two parks, Big Tsingy (large park) and the Small Tsingy (small park). You
wont regret it!
Explore the Wildlife
There arent many other places in the planet that can say they have countless flora &
fauna not found anywhere in the world. Throughout the entire island you can find
the 70 different species of Lemurs and see through chameleons as mentioned above.
Madagascar & the islands surrounding the country have eight plant families, five bird
families, and five primate families that live nowhere else on Earth. The parks you
want to see are Berenty, Andasibe-Mantadia, Ankarana Montagne dAmbre, Kirindy,
Ranomafana, and Masoala.
- See more at: http://wanderingtrader.com/best-things-to-do-in-madagascar-tourist-
attractions/#sthash.F8VnpDIq.dpuf