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Visiting Addis Ababa, Ethiopia


Sometimes referred to as the capital of Africa, Addis Ababa is a buzzing hub of economic, social and political activity and home to such notable offices as the Organization of African Unity and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. The diversity of its people is reflected in the many churches, mosques and museums, including the Ethiopian National Museum which houses the fossilized skeleton of Dinkinesh, or Lucy, the Australopithecine discovered in the area in the 1970s.
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Dimitri Hotel

Dec 1, 2009

first class facilities, rooms are A1. Restaurant is superb, all meals cooked from scratch, minestone soup is the best. Personal care attention and service is unbelievable. perfect location, peace,...more

Z Guest House

5 of 5 stars
nashville, tn
Nov 28, 2009

our experience at z guest house was simply amazing and one i would gladly repeat. the family and staff were extremely hospitable and helpful. if you're looking for luxury, this is not the place; if...more

Adot-Tina Hotel

Nov 28, 2009

This summer I traveled from Barcelona to Ethiopia with my wife to adopt a child. Unfortunately, due to problems with my computer, I could not write this comment before(I wanted to make a comment and...more

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