With their piercing eyes and raucous calls black and white ruffed lemurs are a huge part of Madagascar folklore among the native people. Before the lemurs could be properly documented, many people on the island thought they were spirits from another world. | Blank Park Zoo

A university student’s questions in Tamatave gave me the opportunity to reflect on the role of festivals in Madagascar. I enjoyed nearly every moment of covering 11 festivals this year, but the best part was having the chance to meet all of you. If you’re looking to get a taste of what the Makua Festival Music is like, don’t miss the Makua New Year celebration on December 31 in Tamatave. Big thanks to Yas Madagascar for being such an important partner for me, Touroneplanet and Malagasy artists a

I've been meeting Clobien at Yas Madagascar festivals around the country this year. So it was a pleasure to have the chance to interview him. Follow his page on Facebook - Clobien • Iconik Photographer! Vez'tival | Touroneplanet #Madagascar #Malagasy #VisitMadagascar #TourOnePlanet | Ra TIM