If you happen to be in Addis by some chance and have some leisure time, there are many interesting places to be seen in Addis and in the surrounding.
| Places to see in Addis Ababa within 1 day or half a day |
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⇒ National Museum, one of the most important sub- Saharan museums in all of Africa. The museum is home to the fossilized humanoid Lucy, as well as an amazing collection of artifacts, royal items and art. |
⇒ Ethnographic Museum, which was the former palace of Haile Selassie and its collection, reflects the life styles of different ethnic groups of Ethiopia. In addition it hosts Ethiopian art and traditional music instruments. |
⇒ Trinity Cathedral, famous for its stained glass paintings and its grandeur architecture. It is where Hailesilassie’s tomb is found. |
⇒ St’ George Church , built in 1896 by Emperor Menelik II after the victory over the Italian colonizer. The museum inside houses spiritual items and royal relics. |
⇒ Mercato, the largest open air market in Africa. |
⇒ Entoto Mountain, 9843 ft high and where the city was founded at first. The panoramic view from the peak is spectacular. |
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