It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with us.
Timkat, also known as the Ethiopian Epiphany, is a three-day religious festival celebrated every January. The event honors the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan, and Addis Ababa hosts one of the country’s largest Timkat festivals around Jan Meda field. The ceremony is also recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. © Alvaro Villanueva | Dreamstime.com
Just south of the city is Tiya, an archaeological and UNESO World Heritage site dated as far back as the tenth 10th century. These stone structures were tombstones and feature intricate carvings and symbols, many with designs akin to swords. © Miroslav Liska | Dreamstime.com
Look for the Statue of Menelik II near St. George’s Cathedral, honoring the emperor who fought off Italian forces in the Battle of Adwa in 1896, resulting in an Ethiopian victory. This battle was significant in Ethiopian history, and the country now celebrates it annually. © Habte Zewge | Dreamstime.com
Built to commemorate Ethiopia’s victory over Italian occupation, Holy Trinity Cathedral is an important place of worship in the country. The church is the resting place of many prominent figures throughout Ethiopian history, including Haile Selassie and British suffragette Sylvia Pankhurst. © Rudolf Ernst | Dreamstime.com
Immerse yourself in the energy, sights, sounds and smells of the city at Addis Mercato, a massive, open-air marketplace that holds the record as the largest open-air market in Africa. Addis Mercato spans more than 7,000 businesses and is one of the most popular tourist spots in the city. © Rudolf Ernst | Dreamstime.com
The origins of the city may trace back to the earliest humans, but Addis Ababa continues to look toward the future. The high-altitude city boasts a low crime index and many cultural attractions. Addis Ababa is also unique in its distinct architectural style; the city wasn’t built as a colonial settlement and therefore doesn’t have a European style of architecture. The city is also eyeing a more global position with a financial district currently under construction. © Isselee | Dreamstime.com
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