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Africa’s ancient highland heart

Ethiopia

Africa’s ancient highland heart — rock-hewn churches, castles, active volcanoes, and the birthplace of coffee, on its own calendar and clock.

— · — — °C Best: Oct–Mar (dry season)
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The rock-hewn church of Bete Giyorgis, Lalibela
The rock-hewn church of Bete Giyorgis, Lalibela
A gelada in the Simien Mountains
A gelada in the Simien Mountains
The Dallol terraces, Danakil Depression
The Dallol terraces, Danakil Depression
Capital
Addis Ababa
Language
Amharic
Currency
ETB (Ethiopian Birr)
Power
220 V · plug type C, E, F, L
Best time
Oct–Mar (dry season)
Now in Addis Ababa
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Icons of Ethiopia

What makes Ethiopia, Ethiopia

Rock Churches
Birthplace of Coffee
Highlands
Royal Castles
Geladas
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Travel gear for Ethiopia

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Plan & book

Get to Ethiopia & get around

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Do & see

Things to do in Ethiopia

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Before you go

Travel essentials

Stay connectedAn eSIM with data the moment you landAiraloTravel insuranceCover for trips, medical & delaysEKTALuggage storageDrop your bags, explore hands-freeRadical StorageFlight delayed or cancelled?Claim up to €600 compensationAirHelp
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Where to go

Notable places in Ethiopia

The rock-hewn church of Bete Giyorgis, Lalibela
The rock-hewn church of Bete Giyorgis, Lalibela
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Lalibela

Eleven monolithic churches carved down into the rock in the 12th century — a wonder of the world.

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A gelada in the Simien Mountains
A gelada in the Simien Mountains
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Simien Mountains

Dramatic escarpments and endemic geladas and ibex for trekking.

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The Dallol terraces, Danakil Depression
The Dallol terraces, Danakil Depression
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Danakil Depression

One of the hottest, lowest places on Earth — neon sulphur springs and a lava lake.

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The big picture

About Ethiopia

Africa’s ancient highland heart — rock-hewn churches, castles, active volcanoes, and the birthplace of coffee, on its own calendar and clock.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

A traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony
Before you fly

Visa info

Ethiopia visa: Most visitors use a convenient e-Visa applied online before arrival. Check the official portal.
Visa rules change frequently. Always confirm with the official authorities of Ethiopia (or the official e-Visa portal) — and review regional advisories — before booking flights.
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