Republic of Madagascar is located in the south Indian Ocean of the African Continent, with a population of 21,281,844,
making it the 56th largest national population. Its capital and largest city is Antananarivo with a total population of 903,450.
The country encompasses 587,040 square kilometers making it the 47th largest country in total area. It shares boundaries
with the Indian Ocean.
Andry Rajoelina has declared himself President and assumed the titles of Chief of State following a coup ending 17 March
2009, leading to the resignation of President Marc Ravalomanana and Prime Minister Charles Rabemananjara. Opposing
parties have agreed to recognize Rajoelina as President and Chief of State along with Vice President Emmanuel
Rakotovahiny. Prime Minister Albert Camille Vital is recognized as the Head of Government and achieved that status
through the establish of a "unity" cabinet formed by rival parties. Under the agreement, Rajoelina will not stand for
reelection in upcoming presidential contest Its form of government is a republic and they celebrate the creation of their
constitution on 19th of August 1992 however Rajoelina is suspending constitutional rule which bars persons under 40 from
serving as President.
The languages commonly or officially spoken are French and Malagasy. It counts among its major religions indigenous
beliefs, Christian and Muslim. As sources of mass communication it has 2 AM, 9 FM, 6 Short Wave and 1 Television
stations.
Major geographical features are Maromokotro, its highest point at 2,876 meters and the Indian Ocean, its lowest point at 0
meters. Its principal waterway is the Indian Ocean and Mozambique Channel, which measures 600 kilometers.
Major industries providing for the bulk of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) are meat processing, seafood, soap,
breweries, tanneries, sugar, textiles, glassware, cement, automobile assembly plant, paper, petroleum and tourism. Its
official currency is Madagascar Ariary.
Here’s something you may not know about Madagascar. Madagascar’s largest predator-the Fossa- has a cat-like body but
a dog-like nose however it is neither a cat nor a dog. This endangered animal is actually a close cousin of the mongoose.
making it the 56th largest national population. Its capital and largest city is Antananarivo with a total population of 903,450.
The country encompasses 587,040 square kilometers making it the 47th largest country in total area. It shares boundaries
with the Indian Ocean.
Andry Rajoelina has declared himself President and assumed the titles of Chief of State following a coup ending 17 March
2009, leading to the resignation of President Marc Ravalomanana and Prime Minister Charles Rabemananjara. Opposing
parties have agreed to recognize Rajoelina as President and Chief of State along with Vice President Emmanuel
Rakotovahiny. Prime Minister Albert Camille Vital is recognized as the Head of Government and achieved that status
through the establish of a "unity" cabinet formed by rival parties. Under the agreement, Rajoelina will not stand for
reelection in upcoming presidential contest Its form of government is a republic and they celebrate the creation of their
constitution on 19th of August 1992 however Rajoelina is suspending constitutional rule which bars persons under 40 from
serving as President.
The languages commonly or officially spoken are French and Malagasy. It counts among its major religions indigenous
beliefs, Christian and Muslim. As sources of mass communication it has 2 AM, 9 FM, 6 Short Wave and 1 Television
stations.
Major geographical features are Maromokotro, its highest point at 2,876 meters and the Indian Ocean, its lowest point at 0
meters. Its principal waterway is the Indian Ocean and Mozambique Channel, which measures 600 kilometers.
Major industries providing for the bulk of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) are meat processing, seafood, soap,
breweries, tanneries, sugar, textiles, glassware, cement, automobile assembly plant, paper, petroleum and tourism. Its
official currency is Madagascar Ariary.
Here’s something you may not know about Madagascar. Madagascar’s largest predator-the Fossa- has a cat-like body but
a dog-like nose however it is neither a cat nor a dog. This endangered animal is actually a close cousin of the mongoose.
| Indian Ocean looking towards Comoros- Madagascar's lowest point |
| Traditional Romazava- a mixed meat stew that is Madagascar's national dish served over rice made with zebu meat |
| Madagascar hissing cockroaches |
| Mozambique Channel |
Madagascar is very beautiful and covered in jungle and mountains. One of its agricultural products is
coffee which is an important cash crop, but 50% of the population still lives below the poverty line.
Madagascar is the 4th largest island in the world and is home to hissing cock roaches. If you've ever seen
the movie Madagascar that Disney made a few years ago (which, no doubt, you have) it was based in
Madagascar. Wondering where you can see a Fossa? (It's alright. They won't bother you unless you
bother them) The best place to see them is in the Kirindly Forest located 70 kilometers north of
Morondava. If I had kids and wanted them to see nature, I would want to take them to Madagascar. You
would even enjoy it and learn so much and see so many interesting things.
coffee which is an important cash crop, but 50% of the population still lives below the poverty line.
Madagascar is the 4th largest island in the world and is home to hissing cock roaches. If you've ever seen
the movie Madagascar that Disney made a few years ago (which, no doubt, you have) it was based in
Madagascar. Wondering where you can see a Fossa? (It's alright. They won't bother you unless you
bother them) The best place to see them is in the Kirindly Forest located 70 kilometers north of
Morondava. If I had kids and wanted them to see nature, I would want to take them to Madagascar. You
would even enjoy it and learn so much and see so many interesting things.
5 Suitcases = Let's Go Now!
4 Suitcases = Put This One On the List
3 Suitcases = May Be Worth Checking Out
2 Suitcases = So Many Other Places To See
1 Suitcase = Well, I'll Go If I Have To
4 Suitcases = Put This One On the List
3 Suitcases = May Be Worth Checking Out
2 Suitcases = So Many Other Places To See
1 Suitcase = Well, I'll Go If I Have To
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MADAGASCAR
Updated 02/14/11
Updated 02/14/11
| Adult Prevalence Rate: People Living with HIV/AIDS: HIV/AIDS Deaths: |
0.1% (2007 est.)
14,000
less than 1,000
14,000
less than 1,000
| Fossa- a species unique to Madagascar |
| Antananarivo at sunset- Madagascar's capital and largest city |
| Ring Tailed Lemur |
| Masola National Park |
| Maromokotro- Madagascar's highest point |
| Monster Chameleon |
| Tenrec- a kind of hedgehog found only in Madagascar |
| Manakara |
| Malagasy lady in a lamba- the traditional dress of Madagascar |
| Antalaha- the easternmost point of Madagascar on the Indian Ocean |
| Cap Sainte-Marie- Madagascar's southernmost point |
| Iles Glorieuses- an island chain north of Madagascar claimed by France in the Comoros chain |
| Mahajanga |
| Morombe Bay- Madagascar's westernmost point on Mozambique Channel |
| Pirate cemetery on Ile Sainte-Marie off Madagascar's east coast |
| Cap d'Ambre- Mozambique's northernmost point |
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