Madagascar Coordinates (20.0000° S, 47.0000° E) & Highest Point

Madagascar is a notable island in Madagascar. It is located at approximately 20.0000° S, 47.0000° E. Its highest point is about 2,876 m above sea level.

Location: Madagascar

Region: Indian Ocean

Type: Island

Coordinates: 20.0000° S, 47.0000° E

Highest point: 2,876 m

Common Questions About Madagascar

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Where Madagascar is located

Madagascar is located in Madagascar, in the region of Indian Ocean. Its coordinates are approximately 20.0000° S, 47.0000° E.

Madagascar importance

This island is considered significant within Madagascar for its distinctive geography and the way it anchors regional travel and mapping. It often appears in itineraries, educational materials, and maps that explain the broader region.

Madagascar geography

The surrounding landscape combines local relief, climate, and land use patterns typical of Madagascar. Visitors encounter a mix of natural features and human activity shaped by the region's history and environment, from transport routes and settlements to protected areas and scenic viewpoints.

Madagascar climate

The best time to visit generally aligns with the region's mild and more settled seasons, when visibility is good and local services operate on regular schedules. Travelers should always check current climate and access conditions before planning a trip.

Madagascar facts

Reference works often highlight Madagascar when explaining the geography of Madagascar. Its coordinates and highest point make it a convenient reference point for understanding relief, climate zones, and transport corridors in the wider area.

CountryMadagascar

RegionIndian Ocean

Coordinates20.0000° S, 47.0000° E

Highest point2,876 m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Madagascar located?

Madagascar is located in Madagascar, in the region of Indian Ocean.

What type of place is Madagascar?

Madagascar is a notable island in Madagascar.

What are the coordinates of Madagascar?

Madagascar is located at approximately 20.0000° S, 47.0000° E.