Malagasy Festivals

The Malagasy Festivals: A Dive into the Traditions of Madagascar The Malagasy Festivals bring together events rich in tradition and color, which reveal the diversity and cultural depth of Madagascar. Traditional Malagasy festivals, celebrated throughout the year, offer a unique opportunity to discover customs, beliefs and […]

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Culture of Madagascar: The “Santa-bary”

A Traditional Celebration in May Madagascar's culture is rich in traditions and festivities, and one of the most iconic celebrations towards the end of May is the “Santa-bary”. This event, which has significant importance for the Malagasy people, is a harvest festival that symbolizes gratitude, community and […]

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African Christmas: a tradition

African Christmas: a tradition. The approach of the Christmas holidays sparks lively discussions in many African families, where the traditions and rituals linked to this celebration occupy a central place. The nativity scene, the thirteen desserts, the holly branch, the broth before midnight mass, all these symbols bring families together around […]

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Malagasy tradition: Vezo

Malagasy tradition blends harmoniously with the rich cultural fabric of the Vezo, a distinct subgroup of the Sakalava ethnic group, which represents one of the 18 diverse ethnic groups present in Madagascar. These semi-nomadic coastal fishermen reside mainly along the beaches of southwest Madagascar, particularly in the village of Anakao, within a territory that extends over more than […]

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