What is Antananarivo known for?

Antananarivo is the capital, largest city and the economic center of Madagascar. It was known by its French name Tananarive or the colonial shorthand form Tana until 1977.

Why is Antananarivo important?

In addition to being a political center, Antananarivo is Madagascar’s economic and cultural center. In the Malagasy language Antananarivo means “town of a thousand.” It received its name from King Adrianjaka (1610-1630), whom many consider the first major political leader of the Merina people.

How big is Antananarivo?

32.82 mi²Antananarivo / Area

What does the word Antananarivo mean?

Antananarivo. / (ˌæntəˌnænəˈriːvəʊ) / noun. the capital of Madagascar, on the central plateau: founded in the 17th century by a Hova chief; university (1961).

What language is spoken in Antananarivo?

Madagascar is a Francophone country, and French is spoken among the educated population of this former French colony….

Languages of Madagascar
Official Malagasy, French
Foreign English
Signed Malagasy Sign Language

When was Antananarivo found?

about 1625
Antananarivo was founded about 1625 by king Andrianjaka and takes its name (the City of the Thousand) from the number of soldiers Andrianjaka assigned to guarding it.

Is Antananarivo worth visiting?

Even if you’re only staying for a couple of days, Madagascar’s capital city, Antananarivo, offers some amazing historical sites well worth visiting. Referred locally as “Tana,” Antananarivo boasts some beautiful grand designs.

How do you say hi in Madagascar?

Useful Phrases Hello,Hi, Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening: Manao ahoana! Goodbye: Veloma!

What language is spoken in Madagascar?

Malagasy
French
Madagascar/Official languages