Hiking in Analamanga: an unforgettable walk in Ambatomanga

The hiking season is about to end. For the Analamanga region, we will close the year with a beautiful walk in east of the capital. Destination: Ambatomanga and its famous Iadiana Valley.

A unique getaway to know the history of the place

Ambatomanga is a must-see place just 38km east in of the capital. Like the peripheral highlands, Ambatomanga is a unique site that hides well-preserved historical secrets. You have to go there to know them!

During the next hike, visitors will finally know the peculiarities of this small locality. First there is its valley of Iadiana considered sacred by the villagers, then there are the legendary peaks of Angavokely and Angavobe, revealing impressive and unique heights.

According to the story, Ambatomanga is the border between Imerina and Bezanozano. To the east, you can reach the coastal area occupied by the Betsimisarakas.

Continuing your tour of Ambatomanga, you will reach the village of Ankadimanga which houses the tomb of Ramiangaly, 7th wife of King Andrianampoinimerina. Ankadimanga is a well-preserved locality with a sacred lake and beautiful traditional houses. You have to go through the two large disk-shaped doors to enter the village.

Magnificent landscapes that inspire serenity

After this historical overview, you will discover the magnificent landscapes offered by Ambatomanga and its surroundings. The village is a real postcard with its traditional dwellings, its fields of greenery and its rice fields. Mountains form blocks that delimit space. The high peaks of Angavokely and Angavobe offer breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

In addition to churches and public schools, Ambatomanga also has administrative infrastructure that cares about the daily lives of villagers. A hotel has been erected in the heart of the village to accommodate passing visitors and tourists wishing to stay there for a few days. A beautiful Malagasy-decorated restaurant remains open at the heart of this hotel. Do not hesitate to take a break to taste typical Malagasy dishes.