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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, which is named Ambondrombe, is believed to be where all spirits of the dead reside.'''
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Bordering a rainforest rain forest that stretches between [[Ranomafana ]] and [[Andringitra]], Ambohimahamasina has some beautyful stunning scenery and many , surrounded by numerous [[Betsileo ]] villages, rice fields and cultural sitesmountainous landscapes.
Basket weaving is a traditional skill traditionally practised in this arearegion.
== 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