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Country in Africa

Madagascar

Madagascar sits in Africa with Antananarivo as capital, Antananarivo as a key urban anchor and tropical to arid travel conditions.

CapitalAntananarivo
LanguageFrench, Malagasy
CurrencyMalagasy ariary
Population31.7M

Key Facts

ContinentAfrica
Population31.7M
Population ranking#49
Area587k km2
Area ranking#45
Capital cityAntananarivo
Largest cityAntananarivo
LanguageFrench, Malagasy
CurrencyMalagasy ariary
GovernmentSovereign state
ClimateTropical to arid

Quick View

Travel range
Broad
Culture depth
Strong
Nature access
High
City anchor
Antananarivo

Structured for one-slider country planning.

Landscape & Climate

587k km2Area
Tropical to aridClimate
31.7MPopulation
AfricaContinent

Why Visit Madagascar?

CultureLocal food, music, markets and heritage routes.
City baseAntananarivo gives the country a clear planning anchor.
NatureRegional landscapes shape routes and seasonality.
EventsLocal calendars can change prices, crowds and timing.

Calendar Anchors

Dry seasonRoute planningBetter for road trips, parks and outdoor travel
City seasonCulture and foodUseful for museums, markets and local festivals
PeakTravel demandBook early when events and holiday periods overlap