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These events are always characterised by the sacrification of a [[zebu]] followed by a feast with family, friends and villagers. The ancestors are omnipresent at all times.<br><br>
== Cultural highlights in the region ==
* Historical: According to historians, the first people who came to Madagascar settled around Antongil Bay. During the 15th and 16th century, slave traders used Nosy Mangabe as a stopover during their sails to Asia or Europe.
* Sacred places: [[Anjagnaharibe]] (on the Masoala tip). A sacred place where entry is strictly regulated by a local social organisation and which is respected by many families of the Masoala peninsula.
* Legend: ''Maevarano'' is the story of a nobleman from the west, who in revenge for his brother gave food to the crocodile descendants of his slaves. That was the birth of the ''Zafirabay'' clan.<br><br>
== Fady - What not to do in the region ==
* Each family lives according to their own [[fady|fady's]]. But in general it is forbidden to work on the fields on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
* Chameleons are not appreciated, although they are highly endangered.
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