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10 very good reasons to visit Madagascar.

Land of adventure, Sanctuary of nature, mysterious land to the scenery : many qualitative that can be associated with the big island. For you, We have selected the top ten reasons to visit Madagascar.

-# 1. A worldwide unique nature
The richness of its nature which endemicity 80% for wildlife and 90% Flora cannot withdraw into simple snapshots. Thus, you meet Madagascar's plants and animals that you will never encounter elsewhere ! Some rare geological phenomena such as the Tsingy de Bemaraha, classified UNESCO World Heritage site in 1990, to the South of Majunga.

-# 2. Seas for all tastes
With its coastline of 5000 km, Madagascar is also synonymous with vast marine spaces. Malagasy waters are rich in leisure : diving, Windsurf, kitesurf, Sea kayaking, navigation from island to island, through the observation of humpbacks from July to September ….. All activities that may delight small and large !!!

-# 3. Adventure Sport adventure
Sport enthusiasts will be able to surrender to heart joy to their passions : Madagascar offers more land of adventure they can go. Hiking route, climbing, paragliding, base jump, motorcycle and quad…as many thrills that lovers can discover ! For example, In the Andringitra Tsaranoro, climbing spot known worldwide.

-# 4. The Malagasy people
Country-mystery, somewhere between Africa and Asia, This is what intrigue and beguile both. A common language shared by 18 ethnic groups (with certain dialects), testimony of a rich and diverse culture. These groups are distinguished by their dialect, hairstyle, clothing, Habitat, art, folklore, a speciality, religion and tradition. However, Despite these differences, the report to the ancestors, rice and zebu testify to a common culture.

-# 5. Rituals and cultural events
Very many rituals punctuate the life of the different ethnic groups that populate the island. Some of them are annual, while others are on a cycle more or less long. A non-exhaustive title : Fanompoambe (relics bath Royal sakalava) in Mahajanga in June / July, Sambatra (collective circumcision) In Mananjary region all the 7 years….

Among the most popular festivals, often the music and different close parades of Carnival, include it : Donia to Nosy Be, the festival of whales in Sainte-Marie , the Feria Oramena or Festival of the lobster in Fort-Dauphin, the Festimania in Ambositra, Toliara Tsimiroro "Tulear never sleeps., Avy e Litchi ! in Tamatave, Bassessa Tour to Mahanoro, Akory lahaly (Folk Dance Festival) in Brickaville, the regatta, the festival of wine in Fianarantsoa, the Makoa in Morondava festival (tribute to the slaves), the festivanille of the SAVA region…

-# 6. Malagasy gastronomy
Impossible to evoke the Malagasy cuisine not to mention rice. Constituting the basis of every meal, the Malagasy have with this grass a report that goes well beyond simple food and every stage of cultivation gives rise to feasts and rites.
To accompany your rice, enjoy well the 7 Royal dishes or even called the Tatao. To the menu : Eel of pork, Duck with ginger, Tilapia, The coconut chicken, Frayed ZeBu, Pork in the leaves of dried cassava and Roma ava in the leafy vegetables vegetables.

-# 7. Crafts
The craft has a cultural dimension, being the expression of a certain popular genius. A proof, the art of woodworking Zafimaniry entered intangible world heritage by the UNESCO. The many craft markets of the capital, as well as specialty stores are a point of convergence of crafts from all regions : marquetry and sculpture, the iron art, Wild silk, antemoro paper, lace and embroidery, stones, pottery, articles of Horn, sand bottle, basketry, tables, bamboo, objects in material recovery, etc...
A special mention is the RN7 that in many respects could earn the name of crafts Route. An axis that runs through three provinces and where, to use the phrase of a famous flyer, "we can't stop.".

# 8. The art of living in the «mora mora» Malagasy
For the most novice, a small lesson in Malagasy is required. «mora mora» means slow, ease, peace and tranquility. Regardless of the region of Madagascar, It represents above all a way of life. It fits everywhere, whether on the Tshirts, memories, name of restaurant / hotel… Stresses it of the 'metro '., job, Dodo"you will well be far in Madagascar !

-# 9. A trip for all budgets
Whatever your budget for your holiday, Madagascar will be meet your expectations.
For small budgets, Why not discover Madagascar in Bush taxi and discover the many hotels at prices that will allow you to fully enjoy your holiday ! Cafe, and “MoFo gasy” the cook-shop and the turn is played !

If you want to rub shoulders with luxury, of many establishments you will discover exceptional places. You can stay on the seafront in hotels 3 or 4 stars with Spa with sauna, Hammam, Jacuzzi... For those who came to Madagascar to discover its flora and fauna, You can stay in very high standard hotel facilities near national parks. Barely out of the forest, You can 'dip' in your hotel pool while continuing to hear the sounds of the forest...

# 10. Proximity with the other islands of the Indian Ocean – The vanilla Islands
And if you finish your dream holiday in Madagascar by the discovery of another island of the Islands vanilla. Only a few hours flight, You may also find the meeting, Maurice, Seychelles, Mayotte, the Comoros and Maldives.

by Hôtel★★★ Restaurant gourmand Coco Lodge Majunga

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