Madagascar

Flag Description Two equal horizontal bands of red (top) and green with a vertical white band of the same width on hoist side. Currency Malagasy franc. Astronomy Today's date is May 12, 2008. There is currently a New Moon. Location Southern africa, island in the indian ocean, east of mozambique. Climate Tropical along coast, temperate inland, arid in south. Terrain Narrow coastal plain, high plateau and mountains in center. Elevation Extremes The lowest point is at Indian Ocean 0 m. The highest point is at Maromokotro 2,876 m.

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Madagascar

This is a map of Madagascar. The map illustrates the location of Antananarivo and its proximity to Toamasina, Morondava, Manakara, and the Indian Ocean.

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