Labeled Map of Madagascar with States, Capital & Cities

The Labeled Map of Madagascar shows that it is the largest African island located in the Indian Ocean. It is considered as the big red island located at a distance of about 450 kilometers or 280 miles from the east of Mozambique coast. Geographically, Madagascar is very close to countries, like South Africa, Réunion, Mozambique, Mauritius, and Comoros. On this globe, Madagascar is recognized as the fourth largest island.

Labeled Map of Madagascar

Officially, Madagascar is known as the Republic of Madagascar. As of Thursday, August 20, 2020, the current population of Madagascar stands at 27,781,076 people. The land area of the country is equivalent to 592,800 square kilometers. The longest rivers that flow in the country are Mangoky, Onilahy, Betsiboka, and Sofia. The major religion followed by more than fifty per cent of people is through worshipping a supreme belief known as, Andriamanitra. Other religions followed, including Christianity, Protestants, and Roman Catholics.

Labeled Map of Madagascar

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Labeled Map of Madagascar with States

Labeled Map of Madagascar with States

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As a part of the labeled map of Madagascar with states, the country has been divided into six autonomous provinces or states. This is further divided into twenty-two regions. Madagascar is divided into a system of decentralized territorial collectivities for administrative purposes. They are categorized as communes, regions and provinces or states. The provinces in the country are considered as large units, which are divided into regions and are further subdivided into communes.

Labeled Map of Madagascar with Cities

Labeled Map of Madagascar with Cities

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From the labeled map of Madagascar with cities, it is observed that the country has one city with more than a million people. There are five cities that have a population ranging from 100,000 and 1 million people. Further, the country has eighty-five cities that have a population ranging from 10,000 to 100,000 people.

Labeled Madagascar Map with Capital

As a part of labeled Madagascar with capital, it can be seen that the country’s national capital city is known as, Antananarivo. This is the largest city of Madagascar. In the highland’s region of the country, this important city is situated. The city is nearer to the geographic center of the island.  On a high hill, the city stands, and its roads and avenues are built on steps. Further, interesting places, like Royal Estate and towered palaces are constructed on rocky ridges.

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The city also has banks and administrative buildings, public buildings, French Residency, the Anglican and Roman catholic church and other research institutes. The city has the Bibliothèque Nationale and an observatory as well. Important industries include food processing and tobacco, manufacturing of leather goods, and clothing.

International Airport at Ivato is situated eleven miles or seventeen kilometers north of the city. The capital is connected by railway with Toamasina, which is the island’s major port. The city is best known for its lemurs, colorful chameleons, spectacular orchids, and towering baobab trees. It is also recognized as home to some of the unique flora and fauna on the globe.

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