Ambatondrazaka () is a city (commune urbaine) in Madagascar
Ambatondrazaka is also the capital of the Alaotra-Mangoro region and the Ambatondrazaka District.
Geography
The city is situated south of Alaotra, the greatest lake in Madagascar.
History The oral history states the town was founded by Randriambololona and children. The recorded history of the town begins with Radama I of Madagascar.
Religion The city is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ambatondrazaka (Cathedral of the Holy Trinity).
Transport The city is at the MLA (Moramanga-Lac Alaotra) railway. There is also an airport.
The Route nationale 44 links the city with Moramanga (at 158 km)(in French) [Randonnées, Lac Alaotra http://www.madagascar-hotels-online.com/guide-activite/75-randonnees-lac-alaotra.html] in the south and Imerimandroso - Amboavory.
Population Demographic change 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 67 307 69 189 71 855 73026 75675 Source : PCD of the CU of Ambatondrazaka
Agriculture Ambatondrazaka is known for its cultivation of rice. It is also a tobacco producing area in Madagascar. Some 2240 farmers in this region plant tobacco.Filiere Tabac
Sports FC Otiv (football)
See also Railway stations in Madagascar
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