If trees could talk,

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(Ruta writing) Driving outside of Addis Ababa, we save seen some beautiful, old trees that could relate fascinating history if they could talk. It makes one wonder how completely amazing this African continent must have looked before people took over more and more of the land. Unfortunately, through the course of history and development Ethiopia, like many other countries on this continent and others, has deforested most of its land. It’s stated that only 3% of its original forest remains. On the bright side, there have been significant recent efforts to replant trees. The Entoto region just outside of Addis has dense greenery due to replanted juniper trees. Nevertheless, whether in North America, Europe, or Africa, old, gnarled, massive trees are truly one of nature’s wonders. Here are some pictures of trees that we've admired and enjoyed.

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Photos

Tree in Bahir Dar 2
Tree climbing in Bahir Dar

Tree Simien Lukas
LUkas is hanging out in the tree.

tree growing out of restaurant
This tree is growing out of the restaurant

Tree in Awassa
Huge storks nest within this tree.

tree by Lalibela
Konjo! Beautiful!

Tree in Bahir Dar
Majestic