The New Flower – Addis Ababa bloomed in 1886 in the Sunshine of Ethiopia - Empress Taytu Betul and Emperor Menelik II. Spanning a dramatic history of Italian invasion, this boomtown has never fallen short of its youthful vibe. Let's explore Ethiopia's largest capital city!
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Experience spirituality at the symbol of piety in Ethiopia, built during the reign of Emperor Menelik II.
Buried under the cathedral are Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen Asfaw and other illustrious personalities. Today it preens itself as a school, college, museum, and monastery.
Lion of Judah Monument
Visit the symbol of Ethiopia and her valiant emperors, facing the Addis Ababa railway station.
Relief portraits of Menelik II, Haile Selassie, Zewditu, and Makonnen Wolde Mikael could be seen on this guilded bronze statue which is placed on a black granite plinth.
St. George's Cathedral
This octagonal-shaped architecture is a class in itself. Built in 1896, the structure is a symbol of gratitude for the victory in the Battle of Adwa.
Afewerk Tekles, an Ethiopian artist, showcases his artwork embossed on the stained glass windows of the cathedral. It has a display of appalling swords, a series of titanic helmets made of lion's mane used in the wars!
AU Conference Center and Office Complex (AUCC)
The African Union's secretariat is located in Addis Ababa.
The AUCC opened its curtain on 28 January 2012. The building stands 328 feet tall.
Stroll along the headquarter which plumes itself on its fusion of Postmodern architecture and a welcoming ambience.
Medhane Alem Cathedral
The name translates to 'Saviour of the World'. Located in Bole Medhanealem district of Addis Ababa is the largest in Ethiopia. Purify your soul by paying a visit here.
Addis Merkato
An open-air market in Ketema District, bursting with life has notable agro-based products like coffee, spices etc. The market is known by its Italian name, even today! Spend your time shopping here.
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Coffee – Ethiopia’s gift to caffeineaholics!
Freshly ground coffee will be served for you to experience a lip-smacking refreshment.
Tomoca Coffee Shop - This is the place where you get it!
Ethiopian Handmade Baskets
Pick one or all of these hand-made baskets – Habesha, available all over the country.
Be sure to visit Salem’s Ethiopia, a craft store where hand-made jewelry, hand woven looms are not only meant to be sold, but they also weave stories of Ethiopian battle and religion.