Wild-silk weaving in Ambalavao is a remarkable, sustainable tradition, largely led by women, that draws on the natural resources of the region’s Tapia forests. By harvesting wild silkworm cocoons after the moths have naturally emerged, artisans produce durable, richly textured textiles...
In the afternoon, we drove about 30 minutes from Ranomafana National Park to visit Kelilalina, a traditional village offering an authentic glimpse into rural Malagasy life. Nestled within Madagascar’s lush highland landscapes, villages like Kelilalina are home to close-knit communities...
We also had the chance to experience one of the most remarkable traditions of Betsileo heritage: Savika, the region’s traditional bullfighting ritual. The event took place in a remote area several kilometres outside Ambositra, deep in the countryside. Reaching it by car was impossible, so...
We got a tip from our local guide about two places where traditional “combat de coq” takes place every Sunday. Cockfighting in Ambositra, and throughout Madagascar, is a deeply rooted and widely practised cultural tradition, influenced by Asian migration. It remains a legal, high-stakes...