Mahajanga
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Mahajanga or Majunga is a city and seaport on the north-west coast of Madagascar. It is the capital of the Mahajanga Province and has a population of 135,660 (2001 census). It is located on the Betsiboka River, which then leads to Bombetoka Bay.
Mahajanga is a favorite tourist destination for both Malagasy tourists and international travelers, with beautiful beaches, a coconut-lined bordwalk (La Boru), and eight months of hot yet virtually rain-free weather.
In December 2006, a typhoon hit Mahajanga, causing significant damage to the port facilities and to some buildings located on or near the coast.
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