Manakara

Manakara is a city on the east coast of Madagascar. It is located 590 km from the capital.

The city is the capital of Vatovavy - Fitovinany region and belongs to the province of Fianarantsoa. The place is located in the settlement area of ​​the Muslim Antaimoro. But are numerous Antaisaka, Betsileos, Betsimisaraka and Merina immigrated. In addition, Chinese and Europeans still live in the city. Therefore, there are many churches in the city - especially the Lutherans and Catholics.

The population grew from 1975 to 1993 from 19,768 to 24.970 persons. Today, it is estimated the number of residents to nearly 38,000 people.

Since the completion of the railway from Fianarantsoa in 1936 the city is a major trading center with an important port. North of town is an airfield with compounds of Air Madagascar Fianarantsoa and Tolagnaro. A channel connects the village to the regional center Tamatave and rain ensures exchange of goods.

Manakara consists of the two districts in the south and Tanambato Manakare Be the north, separated by the Canal des Pangalanes. The former is transport hub and commercial center, while the second district is more inhabited by wealthy people.

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