If you plan to visit this city, you should pay particular attention to markets and trading squares. There are around a dozen of such places in the city. The market located on the avenue of Independence is considered the most popular one. Actually, this market is present in the top 10 list of the largest markets in the world and occupies several quarters. Here you can find absolutely different goods – apparel, shoes, jewelry, wide choice of products, and, certainly, souvenirs and handcrafts that are very popular among tourists. If shopping is your best rest, then you may enjoy visiting Analakely quarter, Andhra Nuahangi quarter, Flower market, and National Center of Malagasy Handcrafts.
Performances in the local Hira Gasy Theater occupy a particular place among cultural events of the city. Here best Malaysian artists compete in the art of dance, poetry, and music, making each performance truly unforgettable. Among architectural buildings and historical sights one should mention the ensemble of castles Ambohimanga Rova, the burial vault of Madagascar royal family, the President castle, Antuhumadinika Mosque, the Museum of Archeology and Mahamasina Stadium. Each of these buildings keeps its amazing history and has a strong connection with glorious past. Travelers, who like nature, will find much interesting in the city’s suburbs as here you can walk in wonderful hill regions, climb up the hills and see mountain brooks.
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