Madagascar - The Lost World (review)

Madagascar - The Lost World (review)

Madagascar, Antananarivo (city), Nosy Be
Madagascar is a wonderful, vibrant island that everyone knows about. But few have been here. Madagascar Unusual nature, strange animals and magnificent views - all this attracts and excites people who come here from everywhere for new experiences.

Historical reference

The island was inhabited in the 500s. AD The population migrated here from Africa and India, on the other hand. As a result, a mixed ethnic group of peoples was formed, which became known as the Malagasy community.

For many years, Madagascar was subject to French colonization. But in 1960, the government of Madagascar finally achieved a declaration of freedom. By the way, it can be noted that Madagascar has long-term diplomatic relations with Russia. Both states support each other and have concluded agreements of political and economic importance.

Geographical position

The state of Madagascar is located on the islands of the Indian Ocean. The island is located off the southeastern coast of Africa, 400 km from the continent. Between the island and the mainland is the Mozambique Channel.

Climatic conditions

Weather conditions vary depending on geographic location. The climate on the island is hot: humid tropical prevails in the southern part and subequatorial in the northern part. Cooler weather occurs in the mountains. It rains in Madagascar quite quickly and infrequently.

Nature

The island has a unique array of amazing plants and living creatures. Madagascar is rich in unusual vegetation - green parks and reserves of amazing beauty have been created. The landscapes are filled with colorful pictures: mountains, inactive volcanoes, savannas, desert plains, tropical forests and rivers.
Lemurs, civets, tenrecs live here, all kinds of butterflies fly, partridges, a wide variety of spiders, chameleons, turtles and many other rare representatives of the Earth's fauna live. Most of the island's diverse wildlife has become extinct: among them giant flightless birds, giant lemurs, and pygmy hippos.

Resorts of Madagascar

There are resort towns on the island that provide an excellent opportunity to relax in this exotic place:

1. Antananarivo (Tana) – the capital of Madagascar, a bright, lively town located in a valley;

3. Ile Sainte-Marie is a popular pirate resort in Madagascar, presented in the form of a small island that can be reached by boat;

4. And the best place in our opinion is - Nosi Be island

Attractions

There are national parks in Madagascar that invite everyone to have a great time among amazing nature, admire the luxurious landscapes and get acquainted with the unusual animal inhabitants of the island.
Among them, the following reserves are distinguished: De Ranomafana, Montagne d'Ambre, Tsingy de Bemaraha, Isalu and others.
Workshops for the production of mahogany ships are located in Madagascar.
The models built in them are unique.
On the island, veins of precious stones reach the surface of the earth; there are clear canyons and lakes in volcanic craters. Hiking is popular in Madagascar.
On the island of Ile Sainte-Marie there is a pirate cemetery that lived here in the 18th century.

Kitchen

The taste preferences of the Malgash were significantly influenced by representatives of various nationalities. The basis of Malagasy cuisine is formed by rice dishes or their substitutes, for example, corn. The traditional drink ranun'ampangu is widespread on the island.

Useful tips

• water for drinking must be purchased in a store or thoroughly boiled;
• when visiting attractions, be sure to use the services of a guide or accompanying person;
• the island is full of exotic insects, so you need to prepare and purchase protective equipment;
• when swimming in the ocean, you must adhere to safety rules, swim closer to the shore in specially designated areas (sharks swim in the ocean).
A good cartoon about the animals of Madagascar gives an excellent idea of ​​this wonderful island. Every tourist is charged with amazing energy here. People come to Madagascar for the joyful emotions of exoticism and rare beauty.

Source: Smart Giraffe

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