Cultural
A Look Into Some of the Tribes in Ethiopia
Discover the living traditions, ceremonies, artistry, and distinct ways of life found among communities across Ethiopia’s Omo Valley.
The Journal
Stories from Ethiopia
Guides, culture, and trip-planning notes from our team on the ground in Addis Ababa - everything to help you travel Ethiopia well.
Cultural, Historical
Lalibela’s Rock-Hewn Churches: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
A practical guide to Lalibela's eleven medieval rock-hewn churches, including their history, layout, best visiting times, and how to plan your trip.
Ethiopian Birds
Ethiopia a paradise for Ornithology, there are about 835 species of birds known to occur in Ethiopia, 23 are found exclusively within the country’s boundaries. Most of these 23 endemic birds are widely distributed, chiefly on the western and southern highland plateau. Many of the semi endemic birds of Ethiopia Like Thick-Billed Raven, Wattled…
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Axum The ancient city of Axum is located in Tigrai Region. Its exact geographical location is N14 7 48.684 E38 43 6.996. The massive ruins, dating from between the 1st and the 13th century A.D., include monolithic obelisks, giant stelae, royal tombs and the ruins of ancient castles. Axum and its archeological sites were inscribed in the…
Cultural
Omo Valley Ethiopia Tribes
Tsemai The Tsemai, the dominant people of Weito village on the Konso-Jinka road, are regarded to be among the least known ethnic groups of Ethiopia. Estimated to be a total of some 5000 people, their territory extends along the western bank of the Weito River, known in Tsemai as the Dulaika River. They are mixed…
The Culture Behind The Bull Jumping Ceremony
Brief History of the Hamar Tribe The Hamar tribe is an Omotic community residing in South Western Ethiopia. They hail from the Omo river valley in the Debub Omo zone with villages in Turmi and Dimeka representing approximately 0.1% of the total Ethiopian population. With major activities ranging mostly from honey collection and rearing of…
Ultimate Travel Guide to Simien Mountains
Ethiopia is said to be the birthplace of humanity and the cradle of Christianity in Africa. It is a country of emperors and kings, ancient walled citadels, thousand-year-old churches, and unimaginable natural wonders. One of these happens to be the famous Simien (also spelled Semien) Mountains. Located in the northern region of Ethiopia, the mountains…
Lalibela Explained: Facts, Where, When, How
There’s something intensely wonderful and spiritual about Lalibela, a truly amazing town located in the northern region of Ethiopia. This small village is a World Heritage site – acclaimed for its rock-hewn churches, stunning rural landscape, and devout Christianity. A visit to Lalibela is life-changing, leaving you with a feeling of stepping back into a…
10 Facts About Ethiopia You Probably Didn’t Know About
Ethiopia, the enthralling land of origins, is in North Eastern Africa and is home to diverse landscapes, deserts, volcanoes, highlands, and of course the famous rock-hewn churches. Ethiopia’s unique combination of culture, deep rooted history and stunning landscape makes it one of the most intriguing places on earth. From legendary beliefs to confusing times and…
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