Antananarivo has a distinct French flavour reminiscent of its colonial past, with cafes; boulangeries and patisseries around every street corner and the city streets lined with charming red brick houses with terracotta roofs. But some of the tourist sights that must be seen have a strong local identity.
The Musee of Academie Malgache is also located on the zoo grounds and offers a look at the ethnic cultural and natural artifacts. The Cathedrale Catholique of Andohalo is worth a visit to see the cathedral itself plus the bonus of some panoramic views of Antananarivo. The Queen's Palace and the Royal Village or Rova, once the official residence of the Merina dynasty that unified the tribes of Madagascar in the 19th century is now a national monument.
The Zoma Market, reputedly the second largest market in the world is the place to go to for some local flavour. Its busiest day is Friday. The Parc Botanique et Zoologique de Tsimbazaza houses some of Madagascar’s famous lemurs as well as a variety of native birds, reptiles and plants.
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