The most beautiful religious buildings Madagascar

The Mahabo de Manongarivo is a place of pilgrimage, and the bodies of Queen Binao (^19th century) and her brother lie in this mausoleum. A little further on, the Mahabo d'Ambalarafia houses the tomb of Queen Tsiomeko. To visit these sites, where ceremonies are regularly held, you need to contact the Fokonolona. You must respect the rituals: offer a symbolic sum (we recommend 5,000 Ar per person) and a small bottle of rum, then respect the fady.

This tomb is said to contain the remains of the ^17th-century prophetess Séraphine Frantsay, who was said to perform miracles and heal people. Her tomb is still visited today, and in great numbers... Maybe you'll see for yourself: people come to his grave to ask for love, fortune, health and happiness... And they leave a plate! Buy one at the bazar-bé, and ask the cemetery keeper to point out Seraphine's grave.

One will go there after having obtained the authorization of the president of the Fokontany and having provided oneself with rum for the offerings to the ancestors. Once there, one should not forget to introduce oneself to the municipal authorities.

They are in fact the descendants of the Antemoro sovereigns, who will accompany your visit after a welcome speech followed by offerings to the ancestors. The visit remains informal. It is advisable to make a donation (see with the president of the Fokontany).