Long regarded as a mere stopover on the way to the sights of southern Madagascar, Fianarantsoa is finally out of its torpor to become a tourist destination in itself. Situated at 415 km, said royal capital of Betsileo highlights its environment, its history and atmosphere to entice visitors.
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For more practitioners, Fianarantsoa, a name that means "where one learns the good" is an essential step in the practice of faith. It actually has many religious buildings and is the birthplace of the apostolic faith in the Big Island. It also has on its territory a Lutheran Theological Faculty, a Presbyterian seminary and a Catholic seminary. Always characterizing this pious side, Village Soatanana worth a visit if you go through Fianarantsoa Sunday. You will then have the chance to attend a ceremony Fifohazana, a religious cult when everyone takes white.
Village became city under the initiative of Queen Ranavalona Ière, Fianarantsoa has developed mainly during colonization. This era has also left its mark on many levels including architecture. Still, its appearance at three levels outward appearance, because in this city, there is a high city, a small town and a lower town. From the bottom to the top, discoveries vary, but the warm welcome of the inhabitants remains the same. If the lower town is known for its small shops and gemstone market, the average city makes modern figure with buildings housing administrative institutions such as banks or City Hall. Uptown, as for her, houses its most important religious buildings such as the Great Mosque enthroned at the top of the slope.
Faniahy Museum, Caverns Mitongoa, le mont Kianjasoa, traditional villages (Kingdom, mint, …), Ikalamavony, ... are many sites to discover in Fianara, as the locals call. And once to, walking is more than recommended to really soak up the atmosphere of the Betsileo, from to meet them and discover the many artisan workshops of the city. While some specialize in silk weaving, others focus on papermaking antemoro or work vegetable fibers. Walking is the best way to discover the small rice fields and rivers in the area. Guests can also go trekking, hiking or cycling to push exploration over a longer distance.
Everywhere in Madagascar, Betsileo this city is famous for being the birthplace of many intellectuals. It has also a university of very good reputation and has many private schools and universities. Over the years, the city has retained the title he also cherishes jealously. Many Island students go there to continue the university curriculum.
The area is actually renowned for its fine wines and there are all sorts of wine. The vineyards of Isandra and Famoriana are the most popular and a tour of their cellars is highly recommended. If you are not too addicted to this type of drink, you will not be left, because Fianarantsoa also houses the famous tea plantations Sahambavy. And more, these plantations can be visited while you ask for ?
Fianarantsoa is considered the door leading to the Ranomafana National Park. It is located 60 km from the city center and home to wildlife and exceptional flora, many of which are endemic. This site is a must in the region so see ...
Ranomafana (literally warm waters) allows travelers to discover a unique world. The hot springs from the bowels of the earth contrasts with the high humidity, the fine rain and the huge primary forest with a few species of lemurs and endemic vegetation. Ranomafana is a real experience 100% nature. It is highly recommended to be equipped with a backpack, a tent and a raincoat. The traveler will live on this trip a few days, accompanied by a Malagasy guide mastering the forest and its dangers. The good guide (choosy !) must know every corner of the forest and will help you discover plant species (par exemple le Ravinala) and diurnal and nocturnal animal (lemurs). It will also impose halfway breaks a muddy, slippery slope, that will enjoy the smell and sounds of the forest. It can take advantage of these moments to tell legends and enjoy sharing his world, to speak his forest, to show travelers how it is ...
Fianarantsoa , Madagascar
A train like no other. To board the train only one still operating in Madagascar is a unique experience. The comfort of the cars from the years 50 is basic but it's path charm party. The convoy ran down a vertical drop of more than 1 000 meters through one of the last primary moist forests of the planet. Il relics Province at Pa, on the East coast.
One rail, one train, 150 km path and more 10 hours through an area of great beauty. The breathtaking landscapes unfold like magic. Remote villages of Tanala tribes still waiting for the convoy forward. Villagers celebrate 2 weekly arrival. The train brings food and life in many villages. The cases are numerous and offer the opportunity to taste the local foods, gasy small sausage and crayfish, to mention only these two culinary specialties of the region.
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