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Formerly an independent kingdom, Madagascar became a French colony in 1896, but regained its independence in 1960. During 1992-93, free presidential and National Assembly elections were held, ending 17 years of single-party rule. In 1997, in the seco... [read more]
Formerly an independent kingdom, Madagascar became a French colony in 1896, but regained its independence in 1960. During 1992-93, free presidential and National Assembly elections were held, ending 17 years of single-party rule. In 1997, in the seco... [read more] Blog: Tana - Toliara a vazaha's eye view
Date: August 8th 2006
Here's a slightly extended version of a trip from Tana to Toliara - mainly photos with a few words to set the scene. Our first view of Madagascar was the arid western side of the island as we came into land at Tana. A short taxi ride found us at the Manoir Rouge hotel in Ifaty a typically dusty Malagasy town servicing the airport. The view of everyday life from the window was enough to entert ... read more
Date: August 8th 2006
Here's a slightly extended version of a trip from Tana to Toliara - mainly photos with a few words to set the scene. Our first view of Madagascar was the arid western side of the island as we came into land at Tana. A short taxi ride found us at the Manoir Rouge hotel in Ifaty a typically dusty Malagasy town servicing the airport. The view of everyday life from the window was enough to entert ... read more
