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16/11/2024

Lake Tana, Ethiopia…
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This Crater Lake situated at 1800m ASL, is believed to have originated during the Pliocene due to the volcanic blocking of the
It is categorized as that covers 3000-36000km2 areas with a maximum depth 15m, 84km long and 64km wide.

It is the largest fresh water lake in Ethiopia with catchment areas of 15321 km at its outlet and the third largest lake in the Nile Basin. The Lake and its basin comprise a full area of 15096 km2 (drainage pus Lake Tana area) of which the Lake area covers 3,050 km2. It accounts for 50 percent of the total inland area of Ethiopia that feeds the Abay River, which contributes 85% to the total flow of the Blue Nile. The lake is fed by more than 40 rivers and streams, but 93% of the water comes from four major rivers: and .

Lake Tana has been the political and spiritual centre of the Ethiopian Christian faith for many centuries. It is made up of 37 Islands, around 27 of which have , and ruined of palaces which are the oldest age and considerable historical important. The impressive monasteries and churches located in spectacular aquatic landscapes are of great significance to the history of African structure. The remarkable elements of several stages of construction are outstanding examples of monastic architecture.

12/11/2024

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09/11/2024

Traditional wedding of the Oromo tribe.

05/11/2024

07/10/2024

Allalobad Hot Springs Medicine Tourism…
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Found 15km from the regions capital. It’s wonderful colours, the availability of other hot springs around, the boiling mud and animals makes the hot spring unique and attractive especially for

05/10/2024

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24/09/2024

Debre Birhan Selassie Church

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

On approach, twelve rounded stone towers - representing the 12 apostles - stand stoically guarding the church, as they have done for centuries.

The 13th tower, the tallest of the bunch, represents the Lion of Judah. Eagle-eyed visitors can see an imprint of the Lion on the top half of the tower.

Originally built in the 17th century by Emperor Eyasu II, the present structure was redeveloped because of a lightning strike that reduced the original building to rubble.

Originally painted for those unable to read, every inch of the church walls are covered in vivid depictions of biblical verses.

With the help of a guide, the church provides a stunning visual synopsis of important biblical stories.

Along the circular cornice near the top of the walls, 135 cherubs sit idly gazing down, across the vast cavernous church, greeting weary pilgrims and curious tourists alike.

Despite significant water damage to the inside of the church, which rendered 13 of the cherubs unreadable, the painstakingly detailed frescoes are a sight to behold, and the cherubs are just the beginning of the surreal scenery found within the church.
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01/09/2024

Top ten most important
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1. Gelada are not “baboons” (but they are close relatives)
2. Geladas are the last surviving species of the
3. Geladas live only in the highlands of Ethiopia
4. Geladas are the only grass-eating monkey
5. Geladas have the strongest fingers of any monkeys.
6. Geladas live in the largest groups of any monkeys (sometimes over 1000 animals)
7. Within these groups, breeding females live in harems with one breeding male.
8. Non breeding gelada males form all male bachelor groups
9. Geladas produce almost 30 different types of calls. This is more calls than any other species of monkey
10. Geladas have Red chest patches that signal reproductive state for females and strength for males…
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26/08/2024

Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas)
Distribution:: The HoA South to Tanzania also S Africa.
Typical localities in Ethiopia: Omo and Awash NP
Local name: Jerba Tikur Kebero (ጀርባ ጥቁር ቀበሮ)
Description: A slim jackal with large ears, it has an obvious and strong dark back.
Habitat: Dry, open savanna with acacia woodlands, montane grasslands and dry coastlands from the elevation of 0 to 2000m
Location of photography: Omo NP Ethiopia.
Photographer: Bereket A. Gebreyes
Inspired by: Birding Abyssinia Tours

23/08/2024

Beisa oryx (Oryx Beisa)
Distribution: NE Africa, in the HoA, Ethiopia and Djibuti
Typical localities: and
Local name: Sala (ሳላ)
Habitat: Desert, semi desert, grassland and savanna from elevation 0 - 1,700m
Behaviour and additional info: Once widespread in HoA, the beisa oryx has declined markedly through hunting and encroachment on its habitat by people and their livestock.

22/08/2024

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The is one of ’s foremost natural beauties. A highlight of the spectacular Cal Madow range in the region’s northeast, the forest sits on an at an elevation of approximately 800 metres in the wettest part of Somaliland, and plays host to a teeming range of and – as well as some truly spectacular views.

Daallo is a prime example of an unspoiled wilderness, a dense forest on a and near to the base of Mount Shimbiris, Somalia’s tallest peak. From here the views extend to the thousands of metres below. residents include and Speke’s Pectinator and , while spans Archer’s buzzard, the and the golden-winged grosbeak. The forest itself demands attention as well, with an abundance of high-altitude trees like juniperus and buxus, as well as some rarities, including the endangered Gebel Elba Dragon’s Blood Tree.