Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
Malagasy and French are the most common languages. The alphabet is Latin-based, and French includes accented characters.
Culture
Distinctive cultural markers include traditional markets, unique clothing styles such as the lamba, and vibrant local festivals.
Miscellaneous
Look for zebu carts on the roads, the presence of rice paddies, and unique wildlife such as lemurs or chameleons.
Capital
Antananarivo
Environment & landscape
Environment
Diverse landscapes including rainforests, mountains, and coastal areas; notable for unique flora and fauna like baobab trees and lemurs.
Infrastructure
Architecture includes a mix of traditional Malagasy houses made of wood and thatch, as well as colonial-era buildings in urban areas.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include baobabs and various palms, with grasslands featuring a mix of savanna grasses.
Topography
Madagascar has a diverse topography, featuring a central highland plateau, coastal plains, and mountainous regions, particularly in the east.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates are white with a blue stripe on the left and include a combination of letters and numbers; they often display the region of registration.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs are typically in Malagasy and French; they may use a mix of pictograms and text, with some signs resembling those found in France.
Stop
Stop signs in Madagascar typically read 'Stop'.
Bollards
Bollards in Madagascar are generally unremarkable, often made of concrete or metal, used primarily for traffic control.
Poles
Utility poles in Madagascar are usually wooden and can be seen carrying both electrical and telephone wires, often in a less organized manner compared to more developed regions.