Addis Ababa
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Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, located on a plateau surrounded by hills and mountains, in the geographic center of Ethiopia, is one of the booming and fast-growing capital cities in Africa. Addis Ababa is the city which nestled under the Entoto Mountains is the world’s third-highest capital city, headquarters of African Union, Economic Commission for Africa and home of numerous international embassies. Called to be the diplomatic capital of Africa, Addis Ababa has served as the headquarters of the Organization of African Unity (now African Union) since its inception in 1963.
Things to do
Seasonal highlights
Mostly big religious and secular festivals are held in Addis Ababa. From which MESKAL and TIMKET have been recorded as an Intangible World Heritage by UNESCO. Ethiopian Great Run, an outstanding athletics 10000m race is one of the most popular event celebrated in every November.
Where travelers can stay
There are many International hotels and lodgings beside small guest houses for budget travelers
Additional experiences
Hiking, Meeting with Locals, Traditional Dancing and cultural food are some of the activities that one can perform in Addis Ababa. Eating Raw meet at the butchers restaurant is one of the typical unique experience for travelers.