Africa
Eritrea
Asmara's Art Deco streets, the Red Sea and highlands. Travel permits are needed outside the capital.
Caution: some areas are unsafe
Parts of this country are unsafe or advised against. Check your government's official travel advice before you go and during your trip.
Border areas with Ethiopia and Sudan are advised against; consular help is limited.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 19:18
- Currency
- ERN
- Calling code
- +291
- Capital
- Asmara
- Languages spoken
- Arabic, English, TI
Eco-friendly travel
- Bring a refillable bottle and refill from filtered water.
- Refuse plastic bags and straws.
- Never buy ivory, skins, shells or wildlife products.
- Choose local guides and community-run lodges.
- Leave no rubbish behind.
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