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Festivals

Taom-baovao
(New year)

 

The first day of the year is a holiday in Madagascar.

Andro niakaran' i Jesosy Kristy any an-danitra
(Ascension)

 

Ascension of Jesus into heaven.

Andron'i Afrika
(African Day)

 

Commemorate the creation of the former Organization of African Unity

Feria Oramena

The carnival atmosphere of Feria Oramena held in June focuses on Madagascar’s favorite seafood, lobsters. Shows, exhibitions and lots of fish dishes are enjoyed by all.

Famadihana

This traditional event, known as the turning of the bones, is a three-month family-oriented ritual beginning in June in Madagascar. The bodies of recently-passed family members and ancestors are taken from the crypt, re-dressed in silk shrouds and reburied.

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Typical food

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