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Route Nationale 1 (Madagascar)
''Route nationale 1'' (''RN 1'') is a primary highway in Madagascar of 149 km, running from Analavory, Miarinarivo to Tsiroanomandidy. It crosses the region of Bongolava and Analamanga Selected locations on route (east to west) *Antananarivo * Analavory - (intersection with RN 1b and RN 43) *Tsiroanomandidy - (intersection with RN 1a to Maintirano and RN 1b) *Belobaka See also * List of Roads in Madagascar *Transport in Madagascar Paved and unpaved roadways, as well as railways, provide the main forms of transport in Madagascar. Madagascar has approximately of paved roads and 836 km of rail lines. In 2010, Madagascar had of navigable waterways. Railways In 2018, Madagas ... References {{reflist Roads in Bongolava Roads in Analamanga Roads in Madagascar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madagascar
Madagascar (; mg, Madagasikara, ), officially the Republic of Madagascar ( mg, Repoblikan'i Madagasikara, links=no, ; french: République de Madagascar), is an island country in the Indian Ocean, approximately off the coast of East Africa across the Mozambique Channel. At Madagascar is the world's List of island countries, second-largest island country, after Indonesia. The nation is home to around 30 million inhabitants and consists of the island of Geography of Madagascar, Madagascar (the List of islands by area, fourth-largest island in the world), along with numerous smaller peripheral islands. Following the prehistoric breakup of the supercontinent Gondwana, Madagascar split from the Indian subcontinent around 90 million years ago, allowing native plants and animals to evolve in relative isolation. Consequently, Madagascar is a biodiversity hotspot; over 90% of wildlife of Madagascar, its wildlife is endemic. Human settlement of Madagascar occurred during or befo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Analavory, Miarinarivo
Analavory is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Miarinarivo, which is a part of Itasy Region. The population of the commune was 62,130 in 2018. Its location is closest to the geographic center of mainland Madagascar. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. It is also a site of industrial-scale mining. The majority 85% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize and tomato. Services provide employment for 15% of the population. Some 12 km north-east from the town are located Analavory Geysers - four cold water geysers. Roads The national roads N1b, RN1b and RN43 make junction near or in the town of Analavory. Rivers Analavory lies at the Mazy river. Also the Lake Itasy, the forth mayor lake of Madagascar, is situated in this municipality. Subfossil sites Near Analavory lies the site of Ampasambazimba Ampasambazimba is a mountain peak ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tsiroanomandidy
Tsiroanomandidy is a city (commune urbaine) in central-western Madagascar, approximately 210 kilometres west of the capital Antananarivo. Tsiroanomandidy is the capital of Bongolava Region and of Tsiroanomandidy District. Its name means ''One person only reigns'' and comes from the souvenirs of the victory of king Radama I over his rival Ramitraho, King of the Sakalava in 1822. District of Tsiroanomandidy There are 18 communes in the district with a total of 215 villages (fokontany). * Ambalanirana - 16 villages - 450 km2 with a population of 27,805 *Ambararatabe 7 villages - 120 km2 with a population of 11,699 *Ambatolampy 10 villages - 152 km2 with a population of 12,584 *Ankadinondry Sakay 22 villages - 376 km2 with a population of 45,522 *Ankerana Avaratra 7 villages - 800 km2 with a population of 11,833 *Anosy 7 villages -209 km2 with a population of 12,582 *Belobaka 18 villages - 137 km2 with a population of 24,346 *Bemahatazana 12 villages - 1,100 km2 with a population o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bongolava
Bongolava is a region in central-western Madagascar. The capital of the region is Tsiroanomandidy. It had a population of 674,474 in 2018. Geography The region is situated in central-western Madagascar. It is bordered by Betsiboka, Melaky, Menabe, Vakinankaratra, Itasy and Analamanga. The altitude ranges from to . It is crossed by the Kiranomena River, Mahajilo River and Manambolo River and the Route nationale 1 (Madagascar). Administrative divisions Bongolava Region is divided into two districts, which are sub-divided into 24 communes. * Fenoarivo-Afovoany District - 8 communes * Tsiroanomandidy District - 16 communes Transport Airport *Tsiroanomandidy Airport See also * Antananarivo Province Antananarivo Province is a former province of Madagascar with an area of . It had a population of 5,370,900 in 2004. Its capital was Antananarivo, which is also the capital of the country. Established in 1965, it was the most important province of ... References External linksBongol ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Analamanga
Analamanga is a region in central Madagascar, containing the capital Antananarivo and its surrounding metropolitan area. The region has an area of , and had a population of 3,618,128 in 2018. Administrative divisions Analamanga Region is divided into eight districts, which are sub-divided into 137 communes. * Ambohidratrimo District - 24 communes * Andramasina District - 14 communes * Anjozorobe District - 18 communes * Ankazobe District - 15 communes * Antananarivo-Atsimondrano District - 26 communes * Antananarivo-Avaradrano District - 16 communes * Antananarivo-Renivohitra District - 1 commune; the city of Antananarivo * Manjakandriana District - 23 communes Geography The region extends mainly towards the north of the capital. It is bordered by Betsiboka to the north, Bongolava and Itasy to the west, Alaotra Mangoro to the east, and Vakinankaratra to the south. Rivers The main rivers are the Betsiboka River and the Ikopa River. Major lakes Lake Mantasoa (1375 ha) and Tsiazom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Antananarivo
Antananarivo ( French: ''Tananarive'', ), also known by its colonial shorthand form Tana, is the capital and largest city of Madagascar. The administrative area of the city, known as Antananarivo-Renivohitra ("Antananarivo-Mother Hill" or "Antananarivo-Capital"), is the capital of Analamanga region. The city sits at above sea level in the center of the island, the highest national capital by elevation among the island countries. It has been the country's largest population center since at least the 18th century. The presidency, National Assembly, Senate and Supreme Court are located there, as are 21 diplomatic missions and the headquarters of many national and international businesses and NGOs. It has more universities, nightclubs, art venues, and medical services than any city on the island. Several national and local sports teams, including the championship-winning national rugby team, the Makis are based here. Antananarivo was historically the capital of the Merina peop ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Route Nationale 1b (Madagascar)
''Route nationale 1b'' (''RN 1b'') is a secondary highway in Madagascar of 94 km, running from Analavory to Tsiroanomandidy. It crosses the region of Bongolava and Itasy. Selected locations on route (east to west) * Analavory - (intersection with RN 1 from Antananarivo) *Ankadinondry Sakay (Babetville) *Tsinjoarivo *Tsiroanomandidy - (intersection with RN 1) See also * List of roads in Madagascar *Transport in Madagascar Paved and unpaved roadways, as well as railways, provide the main forms of transport in Madagascar. Madagascar has approximately of paved roads and 836 km of rail lines. In 2010, Madagascar had of navigable waterways. Railways In 2018, Madagas ... References {{reflist Roads in Itasy Region Roads in Bongolava Roads in Madagascar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Route Nationale 43 (Madagascar)
''Route nationale 43'' (''RN 43'') is a secondary highway in Madagascar of 133 km, running from Analavory to the intersection with RN 7. It crosses the region of Vakinankaratra and Itasy. It has recently been repaved. Selected locations on route (north to south) * Analavory - (intersection with RN 1 from Antananarivo, near Sambaina) *Ampefy *Soavinandriana *Ambohibary - (intersection with RN 7) See also * List of Roads in Madagascar *Transport in Madagascar Paved and unpaved roadways, as well as railways, provide the main forms of transport in Madagascar. Madagascar has approximately of paved roads and 836 km of rail lines. In 2010, Madagascar had of navigable waterways. Railways In 2018, Madagas ... References {{reflist Roads in Itasy Region Roads in Vakinankaratra Roads in Madagascar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Route Nationale 1a (Madagascar)
''Route nationale 1a'' (''RN 1a'') is a secondary highway in Madagascar, running from Maintirano to Tsiroanomandidy. It crosses the region of Bongolava and Melaky Selected locations on route (west to east) *Maintirano * Amparihimanga *Tsiroanomandidy - (intersection with RN 1a to Maintirano and RN 1b ) See also * List of roads in Madagascar *Transport in Madagascar Paved and unpaved roadways, as well as railways, provide the main forms of transport in Madagascar. Madagascar has approximately of paved roads and 836 km of rail lines. In 2010, Madagascar had of navigable waterways. Railways In 2018, Madagas ... References {{reflist Roads in Bongolava Roads in Melaky Roads in Madagascar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maintirano
Maintirano is a coastal city, commune urbaine (urban municipality), ( mg, kaominina) and Catholic bishopric in western Madagascar approximately 325 kilometres west of the capital Antananarivo. It belongs to the district of Maintirano, which is a part of Melaky Region – and is capital of both. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 25,788 in 2018. The city is inhabited mainly by the Sakalava tribe. Economy and infrastructure The climate is fairly hot and access to the region is difficult due to lack of roads and few commercial flights. Maintirano is served by Maintirano Airport and a local maritime harbour. The town has a permanent court and hospital. The majority 55% of the population works in fishing. 34% are farmers. Main local products include shrimp and beef. The most important crop is bananas, while other important products are maize, sweet potatoes and rice. Industry and services provide employment for 0.8% and 10.2% of the population, res ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Belobaka, Tsiroanomandidy
Belobaka is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Tsiroanomandidy, which is a part of Bongolava Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 18,000 in 2001 commune census. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize and cassava ''Manihot esculenta'', common name, commonly called cassava (), manioc, or yuca (among numerous regional names), is a woody shrub of the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, native to South America. Although a perennial plant, cassava is extensively .... Services provide employment for 10% of the population. References and notes Populated places in Bongolava {{Bongolava-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
