Sightseeing in Antananarivo is the most popular thing to do for visitors. There are plenty to see and do in Antananarivo. If you are planning for Antananarivo Tours then you need at least six to seven days to visit all the Tourist Attractions in Antananarivo. Antananarivo City is the capital of the island nation Madagascar. The regions rich flora and fauna are the main Antananarivo Attractions. Those who love nature would find the hills and nature trails in Antananarivo are ideal spots for adventure sports. From tropical rain forests to nature parks Sightseeing in Antananarivo will be quite an exciting affair to remember.
The surrounding hills here offer immense scope for adventure and several Things to do in Antananarivo like hiking. If you are an outdoor person then you will enjoy these trips. The Royal Hill of Ambohimanga comprises a royal residential city and burial site, and several sacred places. The place is crowded with pilgrims most of the time. Pilgrims from all over Madagascar and the other countries of Africa gather here to worship and perform various rituals. The site has been a popular religious site for over the past 500 years.
Take a trip to Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve during your Antananarivo Tours. The limestone landscape created by water erosion comprises a number of gorges, sinkholes and potholes which make the place unique. The lime stones peaks and a 'forest' of limestone needles is the most impressive feature of this nature reserve. Canoing along the spectacular canyon of the Manambolo River can be an exciting experience. The rolling hills, lofty peaks, tranquil forests are the main Antananarivo Tourist Attractions. The lakes and mangrove swamps in Antananarivo are inhabited by rare and endangered species of mammals and birds.
After you come back to the city you can visit Rova, the Queen's palace which tops the list of must-visits. Sightseeing in Antananarivo will remain incomplete without a visit to this historical site. Located near the commercial district in the city the palace was severely damaged by fire in the 1990s. The remaining stone shells, statues and the post-fire Chapel are worth a visit. The Prime Minister's Palace, near the Rova is a stunning example of modern architecture in Antananarivo. Sightseeing in Antananarivo will remain incomplete without a visit to the craft villages. These picturesque villages are the places you can get the opportunity to watch craftsman working. The traditional rosewood carvings and handicrafts are the perfect souvenirs for your loved ones which you can collect during Antananarivo Tours.
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