Ambositra

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Ambositra (pronounced 'Ambushed') is a city in Madagascar, renowned for its traditional decorative paper-making.

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Most tourists prefer to take a "Push-Push," which is a colorfully painted rickshas.

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Ambositra is well known for its many handicrafts and is possibly the best place in Madagascar to do one stop shopping of sorts. Small stores mingle all about the town and one can safely stroll amongst these shops and get what one needs. Everything from furniture, Antaimoro paper, handicrafts, and souvenirs can be found. Plus, the town is terribly pleasant to walk about in and watch people.

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Motel Violette, On the outskirts of town, Phone: (261-20) 47-710 84. Include five nice bungalows, and has a restaurant with nice views of rice fields surrounding the town. In 2007 it cost $10 per night.

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There are taxi brousse stations on both the North and Southern parts of town dependent upon which way you wish to go. Buses go between Tana and Fianar all the time so you can always try to sneak a ride in an empty seat.

Beware some, not all, of the pousse pousse drivers. They can con you into a "free" ride but then make a scene afterwards. Be sure to be clear before you accept a ride.