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Adadi Mariam Church
Go off to explore the Ethiopian history. First stop at Melkam-Kunture Prehistoric Site, then at the southermost extant rock-hewn church in Ethiopia (14th century) and later at Tya Stelae Field, a UNESCO heritage. On the way, a stop to see the Awash River Gorge.
Programme
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Melka-Kunture Site
Back to the past, 1.7 million years ago, during the Homo erectus.
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Adadi Mariam Church
A rock-hewn church re-
discovered after several centuries of neglect.
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Tya Stelae Field
These stelaes, which still intrigue historians about their origin, are UNESCO heritages.
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Awash River Gorge
The Awash River forms a series of three low but powerful waterfalls.
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Practical information
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A full day journey from 8-9 a.m. to 5-6 p.m.
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The plan is to have water and pic-nic for lunch.
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Taking pictures is allowed on all sites. |
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The journey should be made on a Sunday in order to discover the Adadi Mariam rural market. |
Details
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Alemayo as guide |
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Entree fees |
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Car and experienced driver
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Price
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206 km tour south of Addis Abeba.
4 hours drive through Gurage country and imposing landscapes.
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