Antongona

The archaeological site of Antongona is located in the Itasy Region of Madagascar (formerly Imamo), roughly 36 km (22 mi) west of Antananarivo and 6 km (3.7 mi) north of Imerintsiatosika, Itasy.

Site Description

Antongona is a sacred hill, it consists of two royal houses dated from the 16th and 18th centuries AD, spaced roughly 300 m (980 ft) apart and a royal tomb. Situated on natural rock formations, stone walls and doorways augmented the inherent defensive qualities of the rock formations constructed upon.[1] From the center of the structure, a full 360° view was obtained of the surrounding landscape, further exemplifying the defensive quality of the sites.

There is also a small museum that is open from 14h to 16h.[2]

World Heritage Status

This site was added to the Tentative List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Madagascar on November 14, 1997, in the Cultural category.[1]

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References

18°56′S 47°17′E / 18.94°S 47.28°E / -18.94; 47.28

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