Royal Hill of Ambohimanga Travel Guide: Top Sights in Madagascar,

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Royal Hill of Ambohimanga- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Madagascar; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 2 hours

The Royal Hill of Ambohimanga, located just outside Antananarivo, Madagascar, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its royal heritage and spiritual significance to the Malagasy people. The site features a complex of royal palaces and burial sites, offering visitors a unique insight into the traditions and societal structures of the former Merina Kingdom. Beyond its historical value, the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga is also home to a sacred forest that highlights Madagascar's exceptional biodiversity and underscores the deep connection between the Malagasy people and their natural environment.

Operators offering tours in Madagascar

Attractions in Antananarivo

Anosy

4.8

Rova of Antananarivo

4.8

Lemurs' Park

4.6

Museum of Art and Archaeology

4.6

Digue Market

4.4

Soarano Railway Station

4.2

Cathedral of Andohalo

3.6

Tsimbazaza Zoo

3.6

Reviews of Ambohimanga

Kornjan Tangkrisanakajorn

3
Reviewed: 2024-01-08

Historic hill to see from the colonial time. The palace is quite small but offers great view overlooking Antananarivo.
CK Cheong

3
Reviewed: 2023-12-26

A UNESCO Heritage Site. Comprises a royal city and burial site, and an ensemble of sacred places. The Royal Hill was the burial ground for its sovereigns; built in the 15th century and was set up as a fortified political capital and royal palace during the reign of King Andriantsimitoviaminandriana in the 18th century.
Colleen Zematis

5
Reviewed: 2023-12-12

A surprisingly simple Palace, in tact from before the French Colonozation and thankfully kept. UNESCO sites are always great. No pics allowed inside buildings
Irina Sonich

5
Reviewed: 2023-10-15

A must visit if you are near the capital. UNESCO heritage protected. Traditional kings building next to more modern (18c) queens palace. Still favourite with the followers of the old traditional religion where one wants to talk to ancestors and offer a sacrifice! Amazing experience. The entry gate to the sacred hill is worth a visit too
Berfin Karaman

5
Reviewed: 2022-11-08

It is a UNESCO world heritage. It is the king's palace from 1800s and has queen's summer house from 1900s. The summer house has gifts from different countries such as mirrors from Queen Victoria of England, french cristal ware and wallpaper from Japan. The ticket for foreigners costs 10000 and for local costs 400. I recommend visiting the place with a guide as there are not many written explanation. Has nice panoramik view at the top.