Ethiopia
Points of Interests
Blue Nile River, Holy Trinity Cathedral, National Museum of Ethiopia, Lake Tana, Simien Mountains National Park
Climate
There are two seasons in Ethiopia: the dry season prevails from October through May and the wet season runs from June to September.
Transportations
Addis Ababa's Bole International Airport is a gateway to Ethiopia. The airport also serves many destinations in Africa, Middle East, Asia, Europe, and North America. The country's national carrier Ethiopian Airlines has an extensive domestic network flying to 43 airfields and an additional 21 landing strips. There are many other airlines that also serve Ethiopia, such as Abyssinian Flight Services and Emirates.
Currency
Ethiopian Birr(ETB)
Diners Club and MasterCard are accepted on a very limited basis
Travel Tips
- It is essential to take out comprehensive travel insurance before travelling to Ethiopia and to make sure that necessary vaccinations are up to date.
- All water should be regarded as being potentially contaminated. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth, or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised.
- Avoid swimming and paddling in fresh water