First time visitors to Ethiopia are often surprised by the natural beauty of the country with its high mountains, lakes, waterfalls and arid deserts. The capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa. Attractions include Lalibela, Lake Tana, Blue Nile Falls, Semien Mountains etc.

Ethiopia is situated in northeast Africa, bordered by Sudan & Eritrea in the north, Kenya in the south, Somalia in the East and South and Djibouti in the East. It is about twice the size of France.

Ethiopia is a multi-ethnic land of contrast, history and culture. Formerly known as Abyssinia, and often referred to as 'The Land of Legends', Ethiopia was home to the legendary Queen of Sheba and the original Ark of the Covenant containing the Ten Commandments is said to rest here. 12th & 13th Century rock-hewn churches in Lalibela are among the most incredible man-made creations in the world. Historians believe that Ethiopia is the original cradle of Human Being having discovered the fossils of the oldest living mankind called “Australopithecine Lucy". The remains of the fossil are said to be around 3.5 million years old!!

Ethiopia is getting back on its feet after a very long and difficult period of drought, famine, Aids and foreign aid. The country's unique attractions are slowly taking pride of place in Africa as visitors realise how much this country has to offer.

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