Ambohimanga (1)

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Lying 21 km northeast of Tana, accessed by RN3, Ambohimanga - blue hill -, was for a long time forbidden to Europeans.
From here began the line of kings and queens who were to unite Madagascar into one country, and it was here that they returned for rest and relaxation among the forested slopes of this hill-top village.


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These days tourists find the same tranquillity and spirit of reverence and this World Heritage Site is highly recommended as an easy day trip.
The journey takes about 30 minutes on a good area by taxi or taxi-brousse.


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Ambohimanga has seven gates, though some are all but lost among the thick vegetation.
By the main entrance gate is an enormous stone disc which was formerly rolled in front of the gateway each night.
A few small shops selling drinks and snacks are just inside.


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Climb up the stairs to the ceremonial courtyard shaded by two giant fig trees.
Ambohimanga still retains its spiritual significance for the Malagasy people.
On the slope to the left of the entrance to the compound is a sacrificial stone.


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Melted candle wax and traces of blood show that is still used for offerings, particularly in cases of infertility.
Rituals involving the placing of seven small stones in the "male" or "female" hole will ensure the birth of a baby boy or girl.


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