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Regional in Madagascar
Fisemana in Madagascar
Traditional Antakarana purification ritual
Quick Facts
Religious Holiday
Has spiritual and religious significance
traditional
Pre-Colonial Origin
Celebrated before colonial period
🏛️ Ancient Tradition
Holiday Type
Classification in Madagascar
Regional
Festival
Celebrated as a cultural festival
🎪 Festival
About Fisemana
Traditional Antakarana purification ritual
Centuries-old purification ritual performed by the Antakarana people, conducted by local soothsayers.
Practical Information in Madagascar
Banks
Banks are closed
🏦 ClosedSchools
Educational institutions are closed
🏫 ClosedGovernment Offices
Government services unavailable
🏛️ ClosedCalendar Details
Calendar Systems
gregorian
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Historical Timeline
2026
Last observed in Madagascar
🇲🇬Final celebration recorded in Madagascar
⏰ Last ObservedCurrent Status in Madagascar
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Madagascar
Last observed: 2026
Regional Holiday
Date: June 20, 2024