Location Map of Ethiopia
Crossed by deep breathtaking gorges, crowned by magnificent mountains, studded with beautiful lakes and majestic rivers, surrounded by sweltering deserts, Ethiopia is a land of indescribable beauty. From the northern vastness of Lake Tana, source of the Blue Nile River to Axum, seat of the Queen of Sheba's empire, it spans the scorching Danakil Depression. It then sours high amid the spectacle of the Bale and Simien Mountains to the unspoilt, natural wildernesses of the game-rich remoteness of the southern grasslands.
A land characterised by one of the world's most magnificent and awesome gorges carved through the landscape by the mighty Blue Nile River. Dissected by the Great Rift Valley, Ethiopia is as ancient as time itself, with a history that dates back to the Old Testament. Once the legendry empire of the Queen of Sheba, of Axum and Lalibela, of towering obelisks and the Ark of The Covenant. Converted to Christianity before much of Europe, Ethiopia stood isolated and largely unknown to European civilisations for more than a thousand years. It is also a land of ancient and medieval monuments, colourful cultures and an often unique and varied wildlife that set it apart from anywhere else. And all this represent only a fraction of what Ethiopia has to offer given that 95% remains to be either discovered or excavated. Ethiopia’s uniqueness makes it a fascinating destination for every kind of traveller, but in particular those who want that little bit extra. Ethiopia’s historic sites are extremely wide-ranging and possibly the most extensive in Sub-Saharan Africa. Choosing a Tour
Seven of Ethiopia's sights are part of the world cultural heritage list:
National Parks
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