Madagascar is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, off the southeastern coast of Africa. Several countries and island nations are off the coast of Madagascar, including mainland African nations and smaller island countries.
Countries and Territories Near Madagascar 🌍🌊
1. Mozambique 🇲🇿 (Closest Mainland Country)
- Distance: About 400 km (250 miles) across the Mozambique Channel.
- Location: To the west of Madagascar.
- Connections: Mozambique has historical trade links with Madagascar, especially in cultural and linguistic exchanges.
2. Comoros 🇰🇲
- Distance: About 300 km (186 miles) northwest of Madagascar.
- Location: In the Mozambique Channel, between Madagascar and mainland Africa.
- Connections: The Comoros Islands share cultural and linguistic ties with Madagascar.
3. Seychelles 🇸🇨
- Distance: About 1,000 km (620 miles) to the north of Madagascar.
- Location: In the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar.
- Connections: Both Madagascar and Seychelles are known for rich biodiversity and tourism.
4. Mauritius 🇲🇺
- Distance: About 860 km (535 miles) to the east of Madagascar.
- Location: In the Indian Ocean, beyond Réunion.
- Connections: Madagascar and Mauritius have shared histories of colonial rule and cultural exchanges.
5. Réunion 🇷🇪 (French Overseas Territory)
- Distance: About 700 km (435 miles) east of Madagascar.
- Location: Close to Mauritius in the Indian Ocean.
- Connections: Réunion, being a French territory, has economic and historical ties with Madagascar.
Summary: Nearby Countries & Islands
| Country/Territory | Direction from Madagascar | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique 🇲🇿 | West | 400 km (250 mi) |
| Comoros 🇰🇲 | Northwest | 300 km (186 mi) |
| Seychelles 🇸🇨 | North | 1,000 km (620 mi) |
| Mauritius 🇲🇺 | East | 860 km (535 mi) |
| Réunion 🇷🇪 | East | 700 km (435 mi) |