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Antsirabe

#734 in World

Madagascar

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© Bernard GagnonCC BY-SA 3.0
Population
246K
Coordinates
-19.8667, 47.0333
Category
cities

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Antsirabe, also known as Ville d'eau, is the third-largest city in Madagascar and the capital of the Vakinankaratra region, with a population of 265,018 in 2014. In Madagascar, Antsirabe is known for its relatively cool climate, its industry and the high concentration of pulled rickshaws or pousse-pousses. It attracts around 30,000 tourists a year.

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