Ethiopian Orthodox Easter, known as Fasika, is a deeply rooted religious observance celebrated with fasting and spiritual reflection. Travelers visiting Ethiopia during this time can immerse themselves in this unique cultural experience. Fasting, which precedes the Easter celebration, is a significant aspect of Ethiopian Orthodox tradition. During the 55-day fasting period, adherents abstain from animal […]
Adwa; Musolini vs Minilik II Minilik of Ethiopia The newly created Kingdom of Italy was a newcomer to the sharing of Africa, and as a late conqueror it had barely reached the last slice of the cake: Eritrea and Somalia, in the east of the continent on the so-called “Golden Horn”. On its western border […]
1 – The Ethiopian Wolf (Key kebero) The Simien Mountains are the best place in Ethiopia to spot the majestic and enigmatic Ethiopian Wolf, which is sadly an endangered species due to the expansion of agriculture in the area, with less than 500 surviving in the wild. It is the world’s rarest canid. The wolf […]
Timket (also known as Timkat ) is an Orthodox Christian celebration of the Ethiopian Epiphany. It marks the baptism of Jesus Christ in the Jordan River. Pilgrims come from everywhere to participate in the festival and witness the reenactment of the baptism. Across the country, large crowds gather when religious festivities begin, with spectacular processions, […]
La gente de Gurage es conocida por su arduo trabajo y habilidades como comerciantes. Muchas tiendas propias en Addis Abeba y otras ciudades. Solo a juzgar por sus hábitos de trabajo duro, si crees que la comunidad no tiene tiempo para ninguna celebración, entonces estás equivocado. Si estás cerca del área de Merkato en Addis […]
