Axum : tall, carved obelisks, relics of the ancient Kingdom of Aksum.

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History • The Church that houses the original Ark of the Covenant (St. Mary Zion Church) • Stella field, vastly tall, monolithic granite monuments erected between the 1st and 3rd century AD • The remnant of the palace of the famous Queen of Sheba and her swimming pool • The memorial inscription of King Ezana ("Ethiopia's Rosetta Stone"), in which the king tells of his Conquest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. King Ezana built the first church in Sub-Saharan Africa • The Tombs of King Kaleb and his son, which are an illustration of the masterpiece interlocking architecture of the Axumites in the 6th Century Culture and Adventure Axumites are best known for the craftsmanship that dates back to ancient craftsmanship that dates back to ancient times. • You will see the craftsmen behind the intricate weaving's of traditional wear • You will see a variety of authentic Ethiopian jewelry made by the best gold and silver smith in Ethiopia

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Local tour guide
  • A bottle of water and hot drinks
  • Hotel/airport pick up and drop-off
  • Cup of Ethiopian aromatc coffee on the street side

  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tip for tour guide
  • Other cost not offered in this program

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