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The Malagasy island of Sainte-Marie: A pirate stronghold in the 17th and 18th centuries
The island of Sainte-Marie, off the eastern coast of Madagascar, is renowned as a tranquil destination for whale...
Mar 06 2025
Medicinal plants in the daily lives of Malagasy people
Madagascar is home to over 13,000 medicinal plants, with at least half of them being endemic. Every Malagasy person...
Mar 06 2025
Evidence of human presence in Madagascar 10,500 years ago
The Institute of Zoology in London recently made a groundbreaking discovery that has shaken the scientific world: humans...
Mar 05 2025
Ranavalona I (1828–1861): No face to a name that marked Madagascar’s history
Ranavalona is a renowned historical figure known for being a formidable sovereign who resisted European domination and...
Mar 05 2025
Ravintsara: The X-Man of plants
Ravintsara is gaining international recognition for its effectiveness as a natural remedy against the flu and many other ailments. It is best known in its essential oil form, but...
Mar 05 2025
Join a Group Trip organized by Détours Madagascar
Traveling in a group in Madagascar is the best option for those who want to explore the wonders of the Great Island in a...
Mar 05 2025
Journey to the Tsingy de Bemaraha, as told by Olive
The "Tsingy de Bemaraha" is both the land where the island's first inhabitants arrived and a site of geological...
Mar 05 2025
DirecTravel Fair in Paris, September 22–24, 2017
Join us at the DirecTravel Fair from September 22 at 4 PM until the evening of September 24. We’ll be talking about...
Mar 05 2025
The 6 natural wonders of Madagascar
Madagascar's natural curiosities are among the top reasons to visit the island! From the iconic Baobab Alley in Morondava to the Andringitra and Tsaranoro massifs, the Jurassic...
Mar 05 2025
4 must-see sporting events in Madagascar
Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, captivates with its breathtaking landscapes and warm, welcoming...
Mar 05 2025
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