Visit the Capital of Fascinating Madagascar

Antananarivo is located in the Island’s central region and is the capital as well as the largest city of the fascinating Madagascar. Antananarivo is also known as Tananarive or simply as Tana and is considered one of the best tourist destinations in the world. Madagascar, according to the scientists was an isolated island where life evolved for thousands of years in isolation and that probably is the reason the species of animals found in Madagascar cannot usually be found anywhere else on the planet.

Other than the unique animal species living in Madagascar, the island is very famous for its natural beauty and “up-side-down” trees. To get your exciting journey started, we have many affordable cheap flights to Antananarivo so pack up your bags and experience the ultimate nature has to offer.

You’ll find many interesting places to visit in Antananarivo including the Royal Palace which was gutted in 1990s by the arson. There also exist many historical monuments occupying the compound including Manampisoa, Mahitsielafanjaka and Manjakamiadana. You can also visit the prime minister’s palace which is situated near Rova. At a small fee the local guides will provide you with interesting information about the history and geography of the island.

The Iranian Guest House is among the most famous of Antananarivo’s hotels and is popular for the seven courses Malagasy dinner it serves. You can also find many affordable accommodation options in Antananarivo including Sakamanga, Karibotel and the Radama Hotel. You can also easily find many mid-range hotels including La-Ribaudiere. If budget isn’t your problem then you can also find some luxury hotels including Carlton and Colbert and both of them are quite well known there.

If you want to go shopping and are interested in the local handicrafts, you may like to visit Marche Artisinale la Dique Craft-market which can easily be reached hiring a taxi from Tana. Plastic-toys and local clothes are also sold in the market’s outskirts. The market is also famous for its labradorite gemstones. Other handicrafts sold in the market include marble-games and local-paintings. Make sure you bargain before ending up buying anything as the asking price may be many folds than what it’s actually worth. Many of the local vegetables and fruits can be purchased from the Analakely Market.

Antananarivo also offers an exciting night life where the local bands normally perform at the Hotel Glacier. It is also worth mentioning that you’ll need to wear shoes to enter in the night club. Another of the Antananarivo’s night spot is the Pandora station where you can bask in the local-music which ranges from R&B to electronic.

If you feel like doing some adventure, Antananarivo has got some good hiking-terrains but don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes before heading out and also take your camera along with to capture some beautiful photos. Among many trekking spots, Royal Ambohimanga Hill is very popular and is famous for its historical villages and picturesque landscapes.