Ambohimanga

Castles & palaces

Ambohimanga

Antananarivo, Madagascar

Ambohimanga, located on a hill near Antananarivo, was the spiritual and political heart of Madagascar from the 18th century. The site is a World Heritage, with stone gateways and sacred pools reflecting the area's history.

Good to know

Crowds
Usually quiet
Best months
May–Sep
Getting there
Best as a day trip

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