Former industrial site of Mantasoa
The former industrial site of Mantasoa is a historical and cultural site located in Madagascar, in the city of Mantasoa.[1]
Description
[edit]The Mantasoa industrial site is the first industrial and worker town built in the country. The industrial complex was constructed in the 19th century by Jean Laborde under a contract with Queen Ranavalona I, turning Mantasoa into a prosperous region during the royal era. The site consists of several structures made of stone, brick, and wood. It includes also the monumental tomb of Jean Laborde.[2]
The site has been added on 15 February 2018 to the UNESCO tentative list.[1]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "Ancien site industriel de Mantasoa". unesco.org. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "Ancien site industriel de Mantasoa". worldheritagesite.org. Retrieved 2024-01-03.