Things to do in Addis Ababa

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What to do in Addis Ababa


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Areas of Addis Ababa

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Bole

Unique features of Bole include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Medhane Alem Church or Edna Mall while you're exploring the area.

Bole
Beautiful spiral today in my hot chocolate. Made with chocolate syrup oftwn used for Ice Cream. Turns out, it tastes better in a hot chocolate!

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Kirkos

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Kirkos. You might want to make time for a stop at Meskel Square or Addis Ababa Stadium.

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Bishoftu

While visiting Bishoftu, you might make a stop by sights like Debre Zeyit Market and Lake Bishoftu.

Bishoftu
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Yeka

Yeka is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shola Market and Zefmesh Grand Mall.

Yeka
Go to any Ethiopian restaurant across the country and ask for a beyayenetu aka fasting platter... so many flavours in one meal 😋

I learnt that for almost 200 days of the year, people across Ethiopia fast - which basically means they eat no animal products. Vegans

Nifas Silk-Lafto

Travelers like the art galleries in Nifas Silk-Lafto, and Zoma Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nifas Silk-Lafto
Outside the St. George Church in Addis on festival day a large number of vendors are selling colorful umbrellas.

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Arada

Arada is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral.

Arada