3 Places to Visit in Gondar, Ethiopia - a Historical City

1. ‌Fasil Ghebbi

‌An ancient home of kings and queens, these crumbling castle walls have seen the rise and fall of Ethiopia's elite. 

‌Fasil Ghebbi served as the royal residence for the rulers of Ethiopia from the 1640s to 1864.
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The Royal Enclosure houses a series of churches, palaces and monasteries, each with their own architectural style. 
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2. ‌Debre Birhan Selassie Church

‌Don't be fooled by its modest yellow brick exterior, inside awaits a stunning, kaleidoscopic display of creativity in murals, wall paintings, and a ceiling covered with angels.

Debre Birhan Selassie church is one of the most beautiful churches in Ethiopia.

‌Debire Birhan Selassie Church, meaning 'Trinity and Mountain of Light' is the most famous place of worship in Gondar. 

‌The church provides a stunning visual synopsis of important biblical stories.

‌Below the cherubs, past the tabernacle lies the Kafka-esque depiction of hell created by 17th century artist, Haile Meskel.

‌Full of sneering demons and tortured sinners, contoured bodies lie bruised and bloody on the walls, their pain etched so evocatively on their faces. Their emotion is almost palpable.
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3. ‌Simien Mountains National Park

‌Jaw-dropping plateaus, ridges, gorges and gullies characterize this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

‌With some of the world's best trekking routes, endemic wildlife and luxurious lodges perched in hills, the Simien Mountains are Ethiopia's most popular destination, and for good reason.

‌Stunning Viewpoints

‌The entire Simien range is characterized by exceptional scenery.

As you advance further into the park, the altitude increases and the viewpoints become increasingly spectacular.

The first major viewpoint you’ll encounter is Imet Gogo, sitting at 3,926m between the Gich and Chennek campsites.

‌As you continue your journey, you’ll find Mount Bwahit at 4,430m, and for the adventurous, Ras Dashen towers just east of Mount Bwahit at a staggering 4,550m, making it Ethiopia’s highest peak and the tenth highest peak in Africa. 

‌Experiencing the Simien Mountains isn’t limited to those willing to camp. 

Simien Lodge is Africa’s highest lodge and sits inside the national park,





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