Ethiopia is considered as one of the most historic destinations of the African continent. The country is known as a historically rich destination as it encompasses several museums and institutions exhibiting the historical and archaeological artifacts and finds dating back almost three million years. The place is referred to as sight of the ancient culture. Some of the most monumental destinations in the country include the town of Lalibela and Aksum. The former is known for its 12-13th century rock-cut Christian churches and the latter destination is home to the ruins of an ancient city featuring castles, tombs, and obelisks. Moreover, the Our Lady of Mary Zion Church is also situated in the town. We bring you some of the best Historic destinations of Ethiopia offering an exceptionally historic and ancient African.
1. Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, is one of the best travel destinations in the city. The city a famous African destination for our clients from the United Kingdom. Addis Ababa is the commercial hub of the country with an amazing Great Rift Valley nearby the city. The Museums in the city display the cultural and traditional art of the African nations. The city is also known for its orthodox infrastructure and an inspirational landscape. The traditional handicrafts and the fossils in the cultural centers are witnessed by a large number of people from all around the world.
2. Lalibela
Lalibela is an astonishing town in the renowned Amhara region of Ethiopia. Situated in the north, the town is known for its characteristic churches. The sites date back from the 12th and 13th centuries. Moreover, the sites were considered as pilgrimage sites for Coptic Christians. Carved out of rock, the subterranean monoliths include huge Bete Medhane Alem, and cross-shaped Bete Giyorgis. Many are joined by tunnels and trenches, and some have carved bas-reliefs and colored frescoes inside. Nearby, the Lalibela Cultural Centre Museum traces the history of the churches’ construction. Many traditional cylindrical houses with thatched roofs are dotted around the town. The main square has stalls selling textiles, jewelry and other handicrafts.
3. Gondar
Located in Northern Ethiopia, the town of Gondar is another historical destination. Gondar, or Gonder, is a city in northern Ethiopia. It’s known for the walled Fasil Ghebbi fortress and palace compound, once the seat of Ethiopian emperors. Dominating it is the immense 17th-century castle of Emperor Fasilides, which combines Portuguese, Indian and local architectural styles. Outside the complex is Debre Berhan Selassie church, with an interior of elaborate murals, including a ceiling of faces.
We at TravelWideFlights offer our customers from the United Kingdom with the cheapest flight tickets to Ethiopia with the top international airlines of the world including the national airline of Ethiopia, Ethiopian Airlines. We are also known for the excellent provision of cheap bookings in top hotels and resorts of the city. Contact us for further assistance.
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