Fun facts about Toliara
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Toliara is where the dog breed Coton de Tulear originates from.
Toliara
Madagascar
Toliara is a city in southern Madagascar. It is the capital of the Atsimo-Andrefana region, located 936 km southwest of the national capital Antananarivo.
From the “History” section
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The Vezo, nomadic fishermen, are the indigenous ethnic group of Toliara.
Toliara
Madagascar
Toliara is a city in southern Madagascar. It is the capital of the Atsimo-Andrefana region, located 936 km southwest of the national capital Antananarivo.
From the “Population” section
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The Recycling Museum in Toliara is dedicated to art made from recycled materials.
Toliara
Madagascar
Toliara is a city in southern Madagascar. It is the capital of the Atsimo-Andrefana region, located 936 km southwest of the national capital Antananarivo.
From the “Culture and sights” section
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Toliara is nicknamed the 'City of the Sun' due to its hot and arid climate.
Toliara
Madagascar
Toliara is a city in southern Madagascar. It is the capital of the Atsimo-Andrefana region, located 936 km southwest of the national capital Antananarivo.
From the “Geography and climate” section
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The Toliara Sands project, renamed Base Toliara, seeks to exploit ilmenite but faces strong opposition.
Toliara
Madagascar
Toliara is a city in southern Madagascar. It is the capital of the Atsimo-Andrefana region, located 936 km southwest of the national capital Antananarivo.
From the “Economy and production” section
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