Madagascar is an island country in the Indian Ocean, just off the southeast coast of Africa, opposite Mozambique.

Basic location

  • Madagascar lies off East Africa, separated from the mainland by the Mozambique Channel.
  • It is roughly parallel to Mozambique’s coast, several hundred kilometers offshore.

On the world map

  • It is considered part of the African continent region, in the western Indian Ocean.
  • Its approximate coordinates are around 20° south latitude and 47° east longitude.

Extra quick facts

  • Madagascar is the world’s fourth largest island and one of the largest island countries.
  • The capital city is Antananarivo, located in the central highlands of the island.

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