Ethiopia may not be the first place you think of when booking your next holiday, but it should be. The country has been developing and its economy is one of the fastest growing in the world.
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HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS
Lake Tana Monasteries
Lake Tana, important in the 14th to 16th centuries for preserving the Christian faith and supporting the Solomonic Dynasty, is home to over forty monasteries. These churches, originating in the 14th century, reflect native building traditions with round shapes and beautiful paintings on the sanctuary walls. Seven significant churches, including Kebran Gabriel and Ura Kidane Mehret, are still active.
Fasiladas’ Palace
Fasiladas’ Palace, 32m tall with four domed towers, showcases a blend of Indian, Portuguese, Moorish, and Aksumite influences. It includes a dining hall, prayer room, and a watchtower offering views as far as Lake Tana. Behind the palace are ruins of various buildings like the kitchen and steam bath.
Rock Hewn churches of Lalibela
The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, built in the 13th century by King Lalibela, feature remarkable architectural detail and are still active pilgrimage sites. The churches are divided into two groups: to the north and south of the River Jordan, with Biete Ghiorgis isolated but connected by trenches. The churches preserve ancient religious art and manuscripts.
The Obelisks of Axum
Axum, once the heart of the Axumite Empire, is home to a 24-meter megalith and smaller obelisks built by King Ezana in the 4th century. The monolith was stolen during the Italian occupation in the 1930s and transported to Rome after being found by Italian soldiers.
