Ethiopia is a land which had been shrouded in mystery for a long time. It is the first country in Africa to come in contact with the three main religions of the region, namely Christianity, Islam and Judaism.
Ethiopia is the largest landlocked country in the world. When visiting Ethiopia your first choice must to see Addis Ababa the highest and coolest capital in Africa.
Ethiopian Airlines can take you there from any major cities in the world. The airline is also planning direct flights to Ethiopia from Melbourne, Australia from mid next year. Talks are still underway between Australian and Ethiopian aviation officials.
The capital has its new and old sections. Some of the finest Italian Architecture can be observed in the older parts of the city.
While in the city don’t fail to visit the national museum where the evidence of the oldest human remains are displayed. An interesting feature of Addis is the Khat market, where bundles of this habit forming leaves are sold to be transported to a number countries in the region.
Local cuisine is at its best in the Addis. The most popular food is the Injera (local flat bread) served with Wat (Stew), made of meats or vegetables. Incidentally, Ethiopia is the birth place of the coffee bean.
With a population of 92 million people Ethiopia is the second largest country in Africa, with many languages. Ahmaric and Oromo are the mainly spoken languages with Ahmaric being the official language.The alphabet which is called geez is one of the oldest in the world. Experts say it is very similar to the Armenian script.
LALIBELA is situated in the Northern Ethiopia which is one of the holiest places in the country with several churches. Its main feature is a Monolithic Rock cut church. It is an architectural wonder. Do not forget to add a few historical forts to see in your list to visit.
If you love natural features, Tis Abay (smoking water) falls on the Blue Nile which is the source of the bulk of the water making the great river Nile. The best time to observe this is just after the rainy season when it is at its majestic best.
There are many more scenic views which your local guide can recommend. Speak to one of the Travel Expert at Elite Travel to find out more about the places to visit.
Ethiopian Airlines, the biggest airline in Africa, currently flies to 82 international destinations across five continents operating a young and modern fleet, such as Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft.
The carrier provides daily services to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) using the B777 or B787 aircraft with convenient and easy connections through its main hub in Addis Ababa (ADD) to 49 cities across Africa.
Ethiopian is a global Pan-African carrier currently serving 82 international destinations across five continents with over 200 daily flights and using the latest technology aircraft, such as the B777s and B787s.
Contact Elite Travel to arrange a really worthy trip. Ethiopia is the gateway to Africa. With convenient connections to many African destinations this is one of the safest places in Africa to visit.
If you are a corporate traveler looking to find best connections to any of the African destination please feel free to give Elite Travel a call today. With more than 30 years of experience in the Airline travel industry they can advise and plan your trip.
Ethiopian’s Boeing 787 offers unique features, which enhance passenger comfort such as greatly reduced noise, higher cabin humidity, the largest windows in the sky, unique lighting adaptable to the outside environment, wider aisles, more headroom and more seating flexibility.
Ethiopian’s B787s offer a two-class configuration with 24 business class/Cloud Nine seats and 246 seats in economy. With a world class service in both cabins flying Ethiopian is a unique experience. Ethiopian Airlines is a ‘Star Alliance Member’.
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