Ambohitsorohitra Palace
The Ambohitsorohitra Palace is a presidential palace in the capital of Madagascar, Antananarivo. It has only a symbolic role and is not a residence of the president.[1]
Ambohitsorohitra palace
Detail of presidential office in Antananarivo
Political events
During a coup between Marc Ravalomanana and Andry Rajoelina on March 16, 2009, the military took over the palace.[1][2] The military again threatened to do the same during a failed coup in November 2010.
See also
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References
- "Soldiers storm presidential palace". France 24. 16 March 2009. Archived from the original on 20 March 2009. Retrieved 18 March 2009.
- "Madagascar soldiers seize palace". BBC. 16 March 2009.
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