Andringitra National Park, National park in Haute Matsiatra region, Madagascar.
The park spans 311 square kilometers of varied landscapes, from lowland rainforests at 700 meters to granite peaks reaching 2,658 meters in elevation.
The central area of Andringitra mountains became a Strict Nature Reserve in 1927, transforming into a national park in 1999 to enhance environmental protection.
The Bara people maintain cattle grazing traditions while the Betsileo communities practice rice cultivation using advanced irrigation systems within the park boundaries.
Access requires transportation by 4x4 vehicle, and visitors should plan multi-day excursions to fully experience the park's diverse hiking trails and camping locations.
Temperature extremes in the park range from -8°C with occasional snowfall to warm tropical conditions, creating distinct ecological zones for specialized wildlife adaptation.
GPS coordinates: -22.22432,46.93165
Latest update: March 5, 2025 03:02
Madagascar features natural landscapes ranging from the baobab avenues near Morondava to the limestone formations of the Tsingy and coastal areas with coral reefs. The country's national parks protect tropical rainforests inhabited by lemurs, along with geological features including crater lakes and sandstone formations. The highest peaks rise in the northern mountain ranges, while the southern regions are characterized by dry landscapes. Photogenic locations include the Isalo Massif with its eroded sandstone canyons, the Masoala Peninsula with its rainforests along the Indian Ocean, and the island of Nosy Be off the northwest coast. The beaches at Ifaty and Anakao attract visitors for their reefs, while Sainte-Marie Island is known for whale watching between July and September. The Kirindy forests in the west are home to nocturnal lemurs and fossas. Historic sites include the royal hill of Ambohimanga, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Rova palace in Antananarivo. The geysers at Ampefy and the crater lake Tritriva showcase the volcanic history of the highlands. The red Tsingy near Sadjoavato formed through erosion of iron-rich sandstone and contrast with the gray limestone Tsingy in the west.
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Ville haute d'Antananarivo
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