Solar eclipse image over Lalibela
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It has been suggested that today’s eclipse over Ethiopia may herald the beginning of a new dawn and a new golden age.…
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Coronavirus pandemic
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Whilst we are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the world, we are affected by the coronavirus pandemic like everyone else. We have faced many varied challenges in business since 1978, enough to write a book …
Continue ReadingMaqdala 150th Anniversary 2018
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This year marks 150 years since the siege of Maqdala in 1868. Maqdala was a nearly impregnable mountain fortress, a natural military stronghold of Emperor Tewodros II otherwise known as Theodore II of Abyssinia.
After a misunderstanding with the British …
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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Ethiopian UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Simien National Park,
- Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela,
- Fasil Ghebbi in Gondar Region (castle compound),
- Aksum,
- Lower Valley of the Awash,
- Lower Valley of the... Continue Reading
10 reasons to visit Ethiopia
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- Historical attractions and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Mountain ranges: especially the
10 reasons for touring Ethiopia with Yumo Tours
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- Experience: founded in 1978, the original Ethiopian tour operator.
- Local knowledge: we have built up a store of knowledge.
- Understanding: we interpret the country we know so well.
- Family values: we have remained close to our... Continue Reading