street life of Addis Ababa

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November 29th 2009
Addis Ababa, the name itself tells us the mystery of the place. When I was around 11 years old, I had a map of the world, and I was proud to be able to know the name of the capital city of most countries. Ethiopia, this was such a mysterious land. I do remember the huge famine that happened here years ago, but beside this, I had no idea of what the place looks and feels like. Rest reassured, I ... read more

Africa » Ethiopia » Addis Ababa Region » Addis Ababa

Unique among African countries, the ancient Ethiopian monarchy maintained its freedom from colonial rule, with the exception of the 1936-41 Italian occupation during World War II. In 1974 a military junta, the Derg, deposed Emperor Haile SELASSIE (wh... ... read more

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