Addis ababa: Attractions and more...
Addis Ababa is really full of interesting things and spots just waiting to
be visited:
The Menelik Mausoleum, built in 1911 to house the tomb of Emperor Menelik II
it also includes the graves of members of his family and the Emperor Haile Selassie.
The Ethnological Museum, very interesting.
The National Museum, houses numerous antiquarian relics and archaeological artefacts
showing the history of Ethiopia from prehistoric times to the modern day. The
famous 3.5 million year old skeleton of 'Lucy' is conserved here.
Trinity Cathedral was built in 1941, to a European design, in commemoration
of Ethiopia's liberation from Italian occupation.
St. George's Cathedral, built in 1896 in the traditional octagonal shape by
the Emperor Menelik II to commemorate his victory at Adwa, it is dedicated to
the national saint of Ethiopia.
Mount Entoto from where an incredible panorama can be enjoyed.
What to see in detail
Landmarks and Historic sites (3)
Museums (1)
See also
Tours (5)
Nature and sport (2)
Will find places of interest on the map. Clock on the attractions for details
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