Antsirabe: Your Guide to Madagascar's Highland City with United Travels

Welcome to Antsirabe, the third-largest city in Madagascar, nestled in the cool central highlands about 170 kilometers south of Antananarivo. [9, 11, 12, 21] Known affectionately as the 'City of Water' or the 'Malagasy Vichy' due to its numerous thermal springs, Antsirabe offers a unique blend of natural beauty, colonial charm, and vibrant Malagasy culture. [4, 6, 11, 13, 14, 16, 27] Situated at an altitude of around 1,500 meters, it boasts a refreshingly cool climate year-round, making it a popular retreat. [11, 12, 14] The city is also famous as Madagascar's 'rickshaw capital', with thousands of colourful 'pousse-pousse' offering a unique way to explore its wide avenues and historic architecture. [4, 7, 11]