Madagascar By: Rye Griffin

Landmarks

Madagascar is known for its beautiful beaches

The towering Baobab trees r just huge and also a must see in madagascar

Recreation and outdoor activities

Track and Field is big but they also compete in the world cup

 The modern day interpretation of the Madagascar flag colors are red standing for sovereignty, white represents purity and green means hope.

Transportation

Car rentals, private and collective taxis, and public transportation are all on hand and planes

Arts and Culture

The Mahafaly have a remarkable wood-carving industry, and their tombs of coloured stones and carved wooden posts are among the most beautiful on the island.

Languages

Food

Malagasy, French (both official); English

The national dish is called Ramazava and is made from beef (zebu) and mixed greens sauteed with ginger tomato and onion.

Natural disastersearthquake, possibly with an associated tsunami. In addition, frequent smaller-scale disasters include floods, forest fires, landslides and drought.

Life expectancy

Religion

Largest Ethnic group

55 years (male: 53; female: 58)

traditional beliefs 52%; Roman Catholic 21%; Protestant 20%; Muslim 7%

Merina 26%; Betsimisaraka 15%; Betsileo 12%; Tsimihety 7%; Sakalava 6%; Antaisaka 5%; Antandroy 5%

Importscapital goods, petroleum, consumer goods, food

Exportscoffee, vanilla, shellfish, sugar; cotton cloth, chromite