Lakatoro

Town and capital of the Sava region in northern Madagascar.

Lakatoro is a town located in northern Madagascar, serving as the capital of the Sava region. It functions as an important commercial center for the surrounding agricultural area, particularly known for its role in vanilla production and trade.

Lakatoro's name is derived from the Malagasy word 'lakatro,' meaning 'a place of many trees.'

Lakatoro is like the main town in a region of Madagascar called Sava, where people grow lots of vanilla and rice.

town Madagascar

Sava region

administrative center commercial hub