Mantasoa

The village's name Mantasoa means "pleasant even believed" in French. It is a site that has received special infrastructure during the reign of Ranavalona Ist during the first half of the nineteenth century. Indeed, between 1837 and 1844, Queen made built a building that would serve as a place of residence during his visit to the region, but also a range of industrial infrastructure for business books of all kinds. It is essentially foundry, of soap, of stationery but also structures for the design of weapons. Sadly, Most structures built at that time were destroyed during colonization. However, a blast furnace, a lime kiln or a pottery kiln can still be found. A private zoo complete this curious complex that is now the object of visiting foreign and domestic tourists.

A few meters from the industrial town of Jean Laborde is Lake Mantasoa. It is an artificial water course that was built to control the river Ikopa and to design the plain of Betsimitatatra. For the inhabitants of this village and those who come for a short stay, this artificial watercourse is an ideal place for water sports including water skiing, pedalo or boat trips. In its surroundings, this will be hiking, picnics and excursions that will take over.

The city Mantasoa was the last refuge of Jean Laborde, the Queen's Counsel Ranavalona Ière. Indeed, it had its own quarters, a sumptuous villa that now houses a museum conducive to visit. This great man is also his tomb, structure he built himself during his lifetime. By visiting the town cemetery, one could not miss, This is the largest tomb site. Jean Laborde made him wear the "Soamandrakizay", means "eternal happiness.

A discovery of the reserve Madagascar Exotic, located at 12 from the village of Mantasoa be programmed during a trip to this area of ​​the Big Island. The site features many floral and faunal species, Specific Madagascar for most, especially regarding the lemurs. Crocodiles, turtles and snakes can also be met. Mantasoa, this small village of National Highway No. 2 Madagascar offers unique discoveries and many hosting sites that allow you to spend a pleasant stay.