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Ethiopia Tourist Information
Ethiopia is unlike any other country in Africa. In the north it is lush and green with villages and historic sights such as the world renowned Lalibela. It has natural beauty, like the famed Blue Nile Falls, and cultural history with its religious ties to both Islam and Christianity. In the south, you can encountered first hand tribal communities that continue to live and thrive as they have for centuries. In the Omo Valley, you can see the Merci people, with their clay plates and unusual body jewelry. Back in the capital, Addis Ababa, you can see a growing and changing African capital that is becoming more and more linked to the international world.

Ethiopian religion, hist and food is unlike anything else. Visit a traditional restaurant where you can watch the impressive local dances and dine on the unique Ethiopian cuisine.
Ethiopia's Top Tourist Attractions
Blue Nile Falls: A stunningly beautiful waterfalls that creates a rainbow when the sun is positioned correctly.
Lalibela: World famous rock-hewn churches, some of which date back to the tenth century.
Simien Mountain National Park: Dramatically beautiful mountains that offer some of the country's best trekking opportunities.
Popular Food in Ethiopia
Injera: A traditional pancake like flat bread that's made from teff flour.
Wat: A thick meat stew that is served on top of injera and is usually quite spicy.
Kitfo: A raw ground beef dish mixed with a type of chili powder and served on top of injera.
Cities in Ethiopia
Hotels and Hostels in Ethiopia
Family Cozy Bed and Breakfast
Family Cozy Bed and Breakfast
Wollo Sefer Ethio-China Friendship Road , Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, -
Rating none
Private $20
This striking and strategically positioned facility provides spotless and welcoming lodging within a quick distance of the middle of Addis Ababa, within convenient reach of restaurants and other amenities. Our facilities are just ten minutes away from Addis Ababa Airport.

Yeka Guesthouse
Yeka Guesthouse
Ring Road Opposite Bio-Diversity Institute Addisababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 000
Rating none
Private $24
Yeka guest house is locally owned lodging service with welcoming employees. Suitably positioned at the heart of Addis Ababa within a short distance of several diplomatic missions including the UK, Belgium, Kenyan and Russian embassies, Yeka Guest House provides superior rooms with exceptional amenities.

Travel Tips for Ethiopia

Ethiopian Airlines Discounts

By Bryan on Apr 20, 2010
You can get major discounts on Ethiopian Airline's domestic flights around the inside of the country if you flew into the country with the airline. Show your tickets at an Ethiopian Airlines office when buying your internal flights and you should be given the discounts. The flights really help because a lot of the best destinations are several days' worth of driving or bus riding.

Share a Car for the Omo Valley

By wanderinggurl on May 15, 2010
If you have enough time, and your schedule is flexible, you can book your car in Ethiopia to make a trip into the Omo Valley. Find some other travelers (you can ask on the lonely planet forums) and split the costs. It's a unique trip and well worth the expense!

ATMs in Ethiopia

By wanderinggurl on May 16, 2010
ATMs are available in most larger towns in northern Ethiopia now. Power outages and a shortage of money in the machine may limit your ability to withdraw cash so it's still a good idea to carry enough money with you. In the south there's almost no ATMs so it's essential you carry plenty of money with you.

Travel in Groups in Ethiopia

By backpackguru (Our Global Journey) on Oct 12, 2011
Independent travel is often the most affordable option, but in some countries like Ethiopia, meeting up with other travelers can really safe you money. In countries where transportation is difficult to find you will likely have to hire a care for at least part of your trip. Find fellow travelers through either travel forums, or in your hotel or hostel. Split the cost and you'll save tons of money. This is particularly true when you head south to the Omo Valley.
Quick Facts
  • 5% - 15%
  • 10 to 15 birr
  • Do not drink the local water. The water is considered not safe to drink.
  • Always

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