Ethiopia Land of Origins

Ethiopia Land of Origins Official page of Ministry of Tourism. We invite you to discover why Ethiopia is the origin of so much. For this is a land of origins.
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Make time to explore Ethiopia and you will be put in touch with your own origins. As you travel across its great heights and explore its deep places you will experience breath-taking beauty and astounding achievements. It is the cradle of humanity, where we first walked on two legs. It is also the source of the Blue Nile, the great river whose power and fertility nurtured the origin of civilizatio

n itself. And it is the origin of one of lifeโ€™s great pleasures โ€“ coffee, our gift to the world. So come to Ethiopia and take the time to be enchanted by its extraordinary past and to share in its dynamic present. Come, and you will discover why Ethiopia is original in many ways.

Participants and guests from around 60 countries are experiencing the best of Ethiopia during the International Quran an...
01/02/2025

Participants and guests from around 60 countries are experiencing the best of Ethiopia during the International Quran and Azan Competition taking place in Addis Ababa! ๐Ÿ•Œ ๐Ÿ“–

Their itinerary includes exploring key tourist attractions and witnessing infrastructural developments in Addis and Jimma.

Get a glimpse of the remarkable transformation Jimma zone is undergoing!
30/01/2025

Get a glimpse of the remarkable transformation Jimma zone is undergoing!

Developing multiple hub cities creates jobs, balances development, reduces congestion, and strengthens resilience. By investing in diverse hubs, we unlock ne...

The restoration of Fasilides' Castle and the corridor development have brought an amazing transformation to Gondar city!...
30/01/2025

The restoration of Fasilides' Castle and the corridor development have brought an amazing transformation to Gondar city!

Watch the highlights here. ๐Ÿ‘‡

Another city undergoing corridors development and revival is the historic city of Gondar in the Amhara Region.

Not yet registered for the Lake Hawassa Half Marathon? ๐Ÿฅ‡๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธPart of the Discover Ethiopia Classics series, supported...
30/01/2025

Not yet registered for the Lake Hawassa Half Marathon? ๐Ÿฅ‡๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Part of the Discover Ethiopia Classics series, supported by the Ministry of Tourism, this event offers a chance to explore the beautiful city of Hawassa while participating in an exhilarating race.

Secure your spot now before spaces run out! ๐Ÿ‘‡

https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/2025SofiMaltLakeHawassaHalfMarathon

28/01/2025

We recently got back from a trip to Ethiopia, and my taste buds are still there! To satisfy my cravings at home I made Kitfo, which is simply chunks of raw beef dipped in the spicy dip called awase. Over the years Iโ€™ve serve several versions at my restaurants, but this one is closest to the one made by my wife Mayaโ€™s tribe, the Gurage.

Ethiopia has risen as one of Africaโ€™s leading tourism destinations!UN Tourism data reveals Ethiopia as a standout in Afr...
27/01/2025

Ethiopia has risen as one of Africaโ€™s leading tourism destinations!

UN Tourism data reveals Ethiopia as a standout in African tourism, with international arrivals soaring by 40% in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic benchmarks.

25/01/2025

Catch the highlights from Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's (PhD) visit to Jimma, where he reflects on the restoration of Aba Jifar Palace and the city's transformative development projects. ๐Ÿ‘‡

The Somali-Issa communities in Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Somalia share wonderful oral customary laws, known as Xeer Ciise,...
24/01/2025

The Somali-Issa communities in Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Somalia share wonderful oral customary laws, known as Xeer Ciise, which were recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in December of last year.

The inscription of this unique heritage in the annals of UNESCO is being celebrated colorfully in Dire Dawa city in the presence of dignitaries and invited guests, including Tourism Minister H.E. Mrs. Selamawit Kassa.

Xeer Ciise is the foundation for peaceful conflict resolution, justice, and the respect of human rights among the Somali-Issa communities.

On the sidelines of the Ethio-Japan Trade and Investment Symposium, Japanese business delegates toured the historic Nati...
24/01/2025

On the sidelines of the Ethio-Japan Trade and Investment Symposium, Japanese business delegates toured the historic National Palace in Addis Ababa.

Today, we had the privilege of briefing Japanese businesspeople and investors on investment opportunities in Ethiopia's ...
23/01/2025

Today, we had the privilege of briefing Japanese businesspeople and investors on investment opportunities in Ethiopia's tourism sector, as part of the Ethio-Japan Trade and Investment Symposium which kicked off in Addis Ababa. ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡น ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต

Speaking at the symposium, H.E. Dr. Endegena Abebe, State Minister of Tourism, emphasized the Ethiopian Government's commitment to developing the tourism sector and supporting tourism investments.

Mr. Tewodros Deribew, Coordinator of the Ministryโ€™s Delivery Unit, made a presentation on the tourism resources and investment opportunities available in Ethiopia. He highlighted the peculiar features and competitiveness of Ethiopia's tourism resources and products.

Mr. Tewodros also shed light on newly developed tourism destinations and facilities, extensive investment opportunities, and the incentives and support available to investors in the tourism sector.

A B2B session was held as part of the symposium, bringing together Japanese and Ethiopian businesses. Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ethiopian Embassy in Japan, the event saw the participation of around 50 Japanese businesses and investors, along with representatives from Ethiopian businesses and government.

H.E. Mr. Sileshi Girma, State Minister of Tourism, recently gave an interview to state broadcaster EBC, where he shed li...
20/01/2025

H.E. Mr. Sileshi Girma, State Minister of Tourism, recently gave an interview to state broadcaster EBC, where he shed light on Ethiopia's immense tourism potential and the significance of Timket.

Watch the full interview here. ๐Ÿ‘‡

"Exploring Ethiopiaโ€™s Tourism Potential and the Significance of Timket: Insights from Sileshi Girma, State Minister of Tourism"

"We were joined by UNESCO's representative for the Timket celebration in Gondar. During the festivities, we also visited...
19/01/2025

"We were joined by UNESCO's representative for the Timket celebration in Gondar.

During the festivities, we also visited the impressive restoration and destination development work at Fasiledes Castles." - H.E. Mrs Selamawit Kassa, Tourism Minister

TIMKET IN GONDAR A Visual Feast ๐Ÿ“ธ
19/01/2025

TIMKET IN GONDAR
A Visual Feast ๐Ÿ“ธ

19/01/2025

Domestic tourists also travelled to Gondar to join in the Timket festivities! ๐Ÿ‘‡

Timket celebration at the Ethiopian Catholic Church, presided over by His Eminence Cardinal Berhaneyesus D. Souraphiel! ...
19/01/2025

Timket celebration at the Ethiopian Catholic Church, presided over by His Eminence Cardinal Berhaneyesus D. Souraphiel!

19/01/2025

We also had visitors from Poland who traveled to Ethiopia to experience the Timket celebration in Gondar firsthand! ๐Ÿ‘‡

19/01/2025

Paul from Spain is blown away by the festivities he witnessed in Gondar! ๐Ÿ‘‡

The wondrous Timket celebration has continued across Ethiopia! Batu is among the places where the festivity is celebrate...
19/01/2025

The wondrous Timket celebration has continued across Ethiopia!

Batu is among the places where the festivity is celebrated beautifully, attracting international tourists.

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