Ambalavao is a bustling town famous for its traditional arts and crafts, particularly silk weaving and Antemoro paper-making. Visitors can tour local workshops where these crafts are produced, learning about the centuries-old techniques still in use today. Nearby, the Anja Reserve is home to ring-tailed lemurs and offers stunning views of the surrounding granite mountains. The reserve also has sacred caves and rock formations, making it a unique blend of nature and culture.