Antananarivo, the bustling capital of Madascar, has been rechristened to Tana by tourists and the locals. The city is located on a hillside and bordered with paddy fields. Tana promises you an interesting vacation if you know the Facts about Antananarivo. . Among the known facts about Antananarivo is its close proximity to the country's major international airport. This city, which draws a lot of tourists was founded in 1610 when a Malagasy king conquered several villages in the area. It was named Antananarivo (town of 1000) because a garrison of 1000 men was left behind to defend the newly gained territory.
A palace was built on the highest hill and in such a typical position that it could be seen from a long distance about any direction. Despite the modern version, burning down under dubious circumstances during the 1990s, the shell of the Rova remains the most dominant and recognized feature of the city today. It is a must see destination for all tourists who are heading to the Malagasy capital.
Facts on Transportation
Antananarivo is a great city to explore on foot. For a good knowledge of the city it is advisable to take a taxi to the Rova. The magnificent sights overlooking the city, coupled with the majestic ruins of the palace gives you some moments of unique joy.You can hire a local person to show you around Rova. These men are not official guides, but some of them have a lot of knowledge on facts about Antananarivo.You can take a stroll down the streets of Avenue of Independence. You will be delighted to get an insight into the lifestyles of the Malagasy people.
Facts on Tourist Attractions
Most people travel to Madagascar for the wildlife to catch a glimpse of Lemurs. If you are not interested to trek down to the national parks you can always spend an afternoon in the Tsimbazaza Zoo. Tsimbazaza Zoo is set in gardens dotted with palms. Timbazaza allows you to get a close view of the lemurs. The reptile house has a good selection of chameleons and snakes. You can also visit a small natural history museum, which is attached to the zoo and features some interesting displays of taxidermy, fossils, butterflies and culture. Admission to the museum is included in the price of your zoo entry.
If you enjoy shopping then markets of Tana is the right place for you. You can buy anything you want from those markets. Bargaining is acceptable and be an interesting experience in itself. From clothes to tacky souvenirs to all the fruit you can eat, you are sure to find something memorable to purchase in the markets.
The once famous Zoma market no longer operates as it once did, but bustling markets can be found at the top of the Avenue of Independence. Lake Anosy is a spectacular sight especially when the Jacaranda trees are in full bloom. Ambohimanga (Blue Hills) is just out of Tana and gives you a great opportunity for a day trip.
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