Antananarivo Backpacker Accommodation
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Explore the natural world of Madagascar where commanding baobab trees, astounding golden shorelines to the shrill call of a lemur in the wild will captivate your senses. The Centre Highlands, defined by its hills, topsy-turvy houses strewn over the hillsides and spectacular vistas makes for a picturesque arrival to the island’s capital, Antananarivo. The beautiful city of Antananarivo perches on a hillside and exudes a mystical charm and medieval impression, a city of contrasting moods best experienced by exploring its rambling streets. Like its unique fauna and flora and diverse Asian-African origins of the Malagasy people, Antananarivo’s preserved architecture is an extraordinary mix influenced by tradition, missionary fervour and brief colonial past. The winding cobbled side streets and narrow lanes hold a maze of surprises to discover. Accommodation options include budget hotels, up-scale hotels and guest houses. Explore the multitude of bustling markets selling anything from clothes, souvenirs, varied handcrafts, wood sculpture and semi precious stones... Show more
About Backpacker
For those who are a little adventurous and enjoy the company of other travellers, you can decide to stay at a Backpackers. Often having to share a room with others as well as costs, it is incredibly inexpensive. Often the best choice for those who may be just passing through or will be occupied for the majority of their day. It comes with the most basic amenities and is often formed as part of a bar or similar establishment. Not recommended for those who want privacy, this is best suited for those who wouldn’t mind meeting various other interesting travellers.