antananarivo
madagascar
Situated in the Indian Ocean between Africa and Asia, Madagascar is a country of diverse ethnic groups, fascinating
landscapes and unique flora and fauna. The "Great Island" of the African east coast will charm you right from the
beginning of your trip.
Madagascar is the fourth biggest island in the world, and is situated 250 miles off the east coast of Africa. Due to
its isolation, the country is a Noah’s Ark for rare plants and animals, and half its birds and most of its animals
exist nowhere else on earth. Madagascar has 10 National Parks, and much of the island is characterised by its lush
green rainforests, seething with creatures such as lemurs and geckoes.
The Malagasy language is of Malayo-Polynesian origin and is generally spoken throughout the island. French is spoken
among the educated population of this former French colony.
antananarivo
Antananarivo is situated in the center of the island length-wise, and 145 km away from the eastern coast. The city
occupies a commanding position, being built on the summit and slopes of a long and narrow rocky ridge, situated above
the extensive rice plain to the west. It is Madagascar's largest city and is its administrative, communications, and
economic center.
The entire city now contains numerous European-style structures, including the royal palaces, the houses formerly
belonging to the prime minister and nobles, the French residency, the Anglican and Roman Catholic cathedrals, and
several stone churches.
recommended hotels in antananarivo
carlton hotel 
Carlton Hotel is located in a business area close to the government district and the major international organization offices.
It is only 15 km from the international airport and 10 minutes away from the city centre. It offers a wide range of meeting
facilities and can accommodate both delegates and host a meeting event. The size of our banquet rooms makes us the first choice
in Antananarivo.
171 comfortable rooms including suites, 24h room service, Laundy and dry cleaning service, Business Centre, Outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, tennis court, sauna, jacuzzi, massage, Shuttle bus, Arcade Shop, Casino Gambling.
hôtel de france
In the city centre, the well-known Hôtel de France with its 30 comfortable and large rooms provides a popular, 3-star setting
for both business and pleasure. All the rooms are en suite with air-conditioning / heater, satellite TV set, laundry, direct
phone and internet.
You will be welcome to our two famous restaurants, 'La Brasserie', with typical French and local dishes and 'O! Poivre Vert', with pizzas and grill. At the bar 'le Bistrot et l'Igloo' you will find home made beer and ice-cream. Free continental breakfast buffet for all the hotel guests.
