Avenue de l'Indépendance
Araben'ny Fahaleovantena
A colonial-era tree-lined avenue linking Soarano Station and Analakely, flanked by arcaded shops and the city hall.
This broad avenue runs north from Soarano Station to the Analakely Market in the south. Lined with French colonial arcaded buildings, the city hall, banks and cafés, it is the main axis of the Lower Town. Allow about an hour to walk it together with the station and the market. Staircases at both ends lead up to the Upper Town districts of Faravohitra and Isoraka. The avenue is crowded with people and traffic, so watch for pickpockets, and avoid lingering here after dark.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Soarano Station
- Analakely Market
- Museum of Art and Archaeology
- Faravohitra Church
- Ambatonakanga Church
- Lake Anosy
- Andohalo Cathedral
- Andafiavaratra Palace