Histoire
Blog articles on the topic "Histoire".
15 articles
A Story of Bridges, Connection, and Solidarity
In November 2021, we participated in the reconstruction and funding of the Andranomafana footbridge swept away by raging floodwaters.
The Women Who Shaped Madagascar's History
The place of women in society? Should we even question whether she should be equal to men or not? Doesn't she deserve to be better valued? In Madagascar's history, few names of
Local markets: scenes of Malagasy identity
In Malagasy history and culture, the market is associated with the notion of space and time. During the era of Malagasy kingdoms, markets were created by linking a day of the week to a specific locat
The Fianarantsoa Railway Line
The FCE is a truly legendary railway line! After traveling it, you'll have a captivating and incredible story to tell: the rails, the carriages, the people, the landscapes… There
The Father Pedro Phenomenon
In France, Father Pedro Opeka is known for his books co-written with Abbé Pierre and his numerous television appearances in 2017. A few people may have remembered his name in 2013 when he was
Manambato: a village straight out of a dream
Manambato is a unique destination, nestled in a remote village on the shores of a freshwater lake, graced by a pristine sandy beach. The setting is of remarkable beauty while remaining peaceful and serene
The filanjana, an ancient means of transport for Malagasy nobility
The filanjana was the primary means of transport for nobility during the era of Malagasy royalty and French colonization. It was a marker of status, nobility, and wealth, and served as an excellent mode of transportation when passable roads were still non-existent.
Is'Art Gallery: Celebrating Contemporary Malagasy Art
Is'Art Gallery is an exhibition and sales space for contemporary art by Malagasy and international artists in Antananarivo, in the Ampasanimalo district. It is also home to the cultural association
Madagascar's Photography Museum: The Country's History Through Its Inhabitants' Eyes
For several years, thanks to the photography museum, Facebook users have been able to appreciate rare black-and-white photographs taken in Madagascar between the 1860s and 1960s. Each post
The Madagascan Panama: The Success of Straw by Émile Ranarivelo
The Madagascan panama is the name given to the Madagascan straw hat that characterizes rural men today. However, in the early 20th century, this hat was extremely popular and was even exported with great success to Europe and America.
A New Journey: A Grand Dream, Aboard the Nofy Be
Nofy Be "grand dream" is the name given to a sailing vessel that reveals the beauty and authenticity of Madagascar's west coast to travelers. It is a boat and a Vezo crew, accompanied by the owners, Fred, or Laetitia depending on the season.
Jean Laborde, a Major Historical Figure in Madagascar
In the 1830s, Jean Laborde, a self-made French entrepreneur of Gascon origin, won the trust of Queen Ranavalona I and was entrusted with manufacturing rifles and cannons for the Malagasy army, as well as industrializing the country.