Africa’s Largest Island
August 18th, 2010
Madagascar is the world’s fourth largest island, located in the Indian Ocean approximately 500 kilometers from Mozambique. maglia LA LEGA magasin nike coque iphone se stitch disney This African nation carries a bit of a mystique, perhaps due to its location and incredible wildlife, many species which are indigenous to the island.
If you’ve seen images of Madagascar on television or in movies, you’ve most likely seen the dense forests with lemurs (of which there are 40 different species there) swinging among the trees, or some similar image. fjallraven kanken mini backpack royal blue ox red aj styles wwe custodia iphone x tyui2798 bague argent In fact, while this certainly is a major part of the country’s landscape, visitors will also find beaches lined with palm trees, grassy plateaus to volcanos. coque stitch silicone iphone 7 plus
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- Divers and snorklers should head to Nossi Be (or Nosy Be) archipelago in the northwest to experience the world-renown coral reefs. fjallraven kanken mini backpack ochre super smash bros brawl custodia iphone mini pro max 12 ret7429 cover custodia case iphone 11 U2825 wallpaper christmas 73iC1 coque samsung The white sandy beaches on these islands complement the underwater beauty, making this a popular vacation spot for locals and visitors. www.francekatajudo.fr best nike coque iphone 11 fjallraven kanken big sale romeo santos custodia iphone x tyui8156 cover custodia case iphone 11 U3713 venom wallpaper 67sU6 coque samsung This region is also known for its production of lemongrass, vanilla and rum.
- Perinet, also known as Andasibe-Mantadia, is nature preserve home to the indri, a tail-less lemur.
- Ampfey is a volcanic region about 90 kilometers from the country’s capital city and boasts magnificent waterfalls and geysers.
- In Ambohimanga, the birthplace of the Malagasy state, visit the citadel, whose main gate is an enormous stone disk required 40 men to roll it into position. coque huawei coque huawei coque a10 samsung stitch coque samsung This city, nicknamed “the blue city”, “the forbidden city” and “the holy city” and is surrounded by forrest.
- In the capital city, Antananarivo (often abbreviated Tana) visit the Royal Palace and the Queen’s Village.
- Tsarantanana is the country’s highest mountain, located in the lush north region of the island. nike air force 1 fjallraven totepack no 1 black custodia cover iphone 11 12 mini pro max mickey mouse galaxy p2204 Reaching to 2880 meteres it’s covered with ferns and high altitude rain forests.
- In Antsiranana at the northernmost tip of the island, visitors will find a more modern port and can enjoy the lakes, waterfalls and rainforest that surround it. Michigan Wolverines Jerseys Cheap collier argent Here one can also explore Montagne d’Arbre national park – just make sure to obtain permission from the Ministère des Eaux et des Forêts located in town.
Fast Facts:
- A visa is required to enter Madagascar (for US citizens)
- The official languages are Malagasy and French, and English is not widely spoken. coque samsung galaxy a3 2017 harry potter cover custodia case iphone 11 C5718 fullmetal alchemist wallpaper 21dB1
- The country is very laid back, which means timelines and itineraries are not necessarily followed. coque iphone coque iphone asics boutique officiel coque huawei
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- Cyclone season runs from January to March so travelers may want to avoid this time of year, especially if visiting the coast.