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The Roof of Africa: A Trek Through the Simien Mountains
Swap the Bole espresso for a sunrise on the "Roof of Africa." In Simien Mountains National Park, 1,500-meter cliffs and Gelada monkeys guard the legendary "Chessboard of the Gods." From Gondar logistics to the summit of Ras Dashen, start your journey here—the essential source for trekking in Ethiopia.
Easter in Ethiopia: A Celebration Like No Other
While the world retreats into secularism, Ethiopia remains a fortress of ancient Christianity. Discover Ethiopian Easter (Fasika): the 55-day fast, sacred vigils, and the tectonic plate of the nation's spiritual year.
The Emerald Bowl: Why Wanchi Is the Escape You Need Right Now
Silence the city’s hum. High above the plateau lies a secret garden of hammered emerald and ancient bells. Discover Wonchi: the alpine escape your soul is searching for.
iShowSpeed Glitched the Timeline: Why Ethiopia is Living in 2018
iShowSpeed (Darren Watkins Jr.) didn’t just visit Ethiopia; he broke the server.
The Chronology of Resistance: A Deep-Dive into the Ethiopian Time System
Your phone says 2026. The airport clock says 2018. Both are correct. This is Ethiopia—the only country that never surrendered its calendar to the West, and where telling time means unlearning everything you know.
The complete guide to AFCA 2026 in Addis Ababa
February 4-6, 2026: Africa's largest coffee trade event returns to the birthplace of Arabica. Ethiopia's new direct trade laws meet 2,000+ international buyers at the AFCA Conference. Your complete delegate's guide to sourcing, cupping, and closing deals.
The Addis Jazz Festival 2026: Why This Three-Day Pilgrimage Will Change How You Hear Music
February 6-8, 2026: Legends who survived the Derg regime. A pianist who plays dub reggae at dawn. Peacocks wandering through gardens where emperors once hosted dignitaries. The Ghion Hotel transforms into Swinging Addis for three nights of Ethio-jazz that'll rewrite your understanding of what jazz can be. Complete insider's guide: lineup breakdown, after-party secrets, ticket hacks, and why this festival matters more than Coachella ever will.
Your Complete Guide to Timket in Addis 2026
Over 40 sacred Tabots converge at Jan Meda for Ethiopia's most spectacular Orthodox festival, January 18-20, 2026. Watch thousands in white robes receive dawn blessings as priests spray holy water across crowds at sunrise—a UNESCO-recognized ceremony unchanged since 530 AD. Your complete guide to navigating processions, road closures, and capturing the water ceremony.
The Drum of Defiance: Rediscovering Adwa in the Heart of Piassa
“Enemies have now come upon us to ruin our country and to change our religion. Our enemies have begun the affair by advancing and digging into the country like moles. With the help of God, I will not deliver my country to them. Today, you who are strong, give me your strength, and you who are weak, help me by prayer”.
Renting in Addis Ababa: Finding Home in the New Flower
Addis Ababa does not introduce itself with a handshake; it embraces you with a rush of altitude and the scent of roasting coffee. Standing at 2,355 meters above sea level, the "New Flower" is the fourth-highest capital in the world, a city where the air is thin and the ambitions are heavy. For the newcomer arriving in 2026, the city presents a paradox. It is a metropolis of three million souls hurtling toward a digital future, yet it remains tethered to ancient rhythms of hospitality and trade.
Beyond the History Books: The New Ethiopia
Forget what you think you know about traveling in Ethiopia.
A Real Guide to the Dome Theatre in Addis Ababa
If you’ve driven past the National Palace lately, you’ve seen it. It looks like a giant, white wedding ring resting on the hillside, or maybe a spaceship that decided to park in Kirkos.