Anosy Lake, Antananarivo

The Anosy Lake is the municipal lake located in the centre of Antananarivo, a few minutes from the Mahamasima Stadium. It's surrounded by beautiful Madagascar jacaranda trees. There is a trail leading to the middle of the lake, where there is a memorial established in honour of the Malagasy soldiers who participated in WWI, defending France. It's called "The Black Angel" and is decorated with laurels.

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Sight Name: Anosy Lake
Sight Location: Antananarivo, Madagascar (See walking tours in Antananarivo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:

Antananarivo Introduction Walking Tour

Walking Tours in Antananarivo, Madagascar

Create Your Own Walk in Antananarivo

Creating your own self-guided walk in Antananarivo is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.

Antananarivo Introduction Walking Tour

Antananarivo, also called Tana, is the most attractive and visited city in Madagascar. The fact that there are unusual places to hold one's interest makes it a unique place for anyone's vacation. The city's geographical location and culture make for a collection of beautiful things to see. Follow this orientation walk to discover the most attractive sights of Antananarivo!

Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.8 Km or 3.6 Miles

Antananarivo Shopping Tour

Shopping in Antananarivo is lots of fun, and you can choose the most eye-catching products that are sold. There are many shops and markets where merchants come from all over the country to sell their goods. You can also meet people selling interesting, bizarre, handmade goods on the roads. Take this tour guide to enjoy the most popular shopping places in Antananarivo.

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles