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'''Ambohimahamasina is a village located 39 kilometres southwest of [[Ambalavao]], in the Fianarantsoa Province, central Madagascar. In Malagasy, Ambohimahamasina literally means 'at the scared mountain'. The sacred mountain, named [[Ambondrombe]], is believed to be where all spirits of the dead reside.'''
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Bordering a rain forest that stretches between [[Ranomafana]] and [[Andringitra]], Ambohimahamasina has some stunning scenery, surrounded by numerous [[Betsileo]] villages, rice fields and mountainous landscapes.
Basket weaving is traditionally practised in this region.
== External links Additional information ==
* View all [[Ambohimahamasina photos]]* [http://www.feedbackmadagascar.org/eng/howyoucanhelp/ecotourism.phphttp://www.feedbackmadagascar.org/eng/howyoucanhelp/fundingappeals.php]* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2eoIuTaPo4www.youtube.com] - Visit a Betsileo family outside of Ambohimahamasina
