Geography
Madagascar is in Eastern Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are -20, 47; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Africa
Madagascar
Madagascar is a country in Eastern Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Antananarivo
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Population
- 31.7 million
- Area
- 587,041 km²
- Currency
- Malagasy ariary (MGA)
- Official language
- French, Malagasy
- Calling code
- +261
- Internet TLD
- .mg
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
Madagascar map preview: -20.00, 47.00
People and Culture
Madagascar uses French, Malagasy in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Madagascar varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Madagascar is recorded with the official name Republic of Madagascar. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Antananarivo
- Eastern Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Antananarivo
- Time zone data: UTC+03:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Madagascar is grouped under Africa.
- Madagascar has a listed area of 587,041 km².
- Madagascar is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Madagascar
What is the capital of Madagascar?
The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo.
What continent is Madagascar in?
Madagascar is in Africa.
What currency does Madagascar use?
Madagascar uses the Malagasy ariary.
What language is spoken in Madagascar?
French, Malagasy is listed for Madagascar in this database.