Destinations
From Stone Walls and Terraced Fields: Learn about Konso’s Cultural Landscape
Also referred to as 'Xonsita', the Konso tribe in Ethiopia are among the most culturally buoyant ethnic groups among the famous Omo Valley tribes. Located in the south-central parts of Ethiopia, the Konso tribe is a low land Cushitic speaking ethnic group. They are...
8 Facts You Need To Know About Ethiopia’s Timket Festival
Timket Festival - celebrating the epiphany - is one of the grandest occasions amongst Ethiopia's Orthodox Christian community. The celebration occurs on the 19 of January once every four years and commemorates the baptism of Christ at the river Jordan by his...
Facts about the Coffee Ceremony in Ethiopia
Coffee is an everyday commodity that people all over the world enjoy. But did you know that coffee was born in Ethiopia? There you will find that coffee is more than just a cup of joe that you take to jumpstart your day…
Is it Worth Visiting Ethiopia Over Other African Destinations
Not many countries can manage to leave their visitors awestruck in the way Ethiopia does. This landlocked country in the Horn of Africa boasts an array of breathtaking natural beauty, peerless history, diverse culture, soulful people, delicious cuisine, and fantastic...
A Quick Traveler’s Guide to Ethiopia
Ethiopia is the “Land of Thirteen Months”. This magical country brims with ancient and spiritual roots, rich in significant religious history and that has a fabulous story to tell. The beauty of wild mountains is only surpassed by the awe-inspiring religious...
Popular and Important Festivals in Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, Christmas is called “Ledet” or “Genna” which comes from the word Gennana meaning imminent about the coming of the Lord as well as the freeing of mankind from sin.
6 Reasons Why Ethiopia is the Next Honeymooner’s Destination
When most people think of traveling to Africa for their honeymoon, they usually think of South Africa, Tanzania or Kenya. Indeed, these countries are awesome destinations and definitely deserve a spot on their lists. However, Ethiopia is steadily coming out of the...
Guide To The Tribes of Omo Valley
Despite the odd sign of the 21st Century like plastic water containers, the Omo Valley in Southern Ethiopia is largely as it has been for generations. Its UNESCO World Heritage Site Status awarded in 1980 is fully deserved because the diversity of the Valley...
6 Things To See and Do in Addis Ababa
[addtoany]Addis Ababa is definitely a place you want to cross off your bucket list. Known as one of the finest tourist destinations in Africa, the Ethiopian capital offers an array of splendid experiences unrivaled by other cities. As the 3rd largest city in Africa,...
How to Celebrate the Ethiopian New Year
Unlike the rest of the world, Ethiopia rings in its New Year, Enkutatash, on September 11, and not on January 1. This is because their unique calendar considers September, called Meskerem in Amharic, to be the first month of the year. Here is a look at the history...