Africa
Ethiopia
Rock churches, the Simien Mountains, coffee ceremonies and ancient kingdoms. Say selam, and enjoy!
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.
Several regions are unsafe: check before any road trip outside Addis Ababa and the main sites.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 15:42
- Currency
- ETB
- Calling code
- +251
- Capital
- Addis Ababa
- Languages spoken
- Amharic
Respect & manners
- Apply for your e-visa only on the official website.
- Take your shoes off in churches; women may be asked to cover their hair.
- Accept the coffee ceremony: it is a sign of welcome.
- Ask before taking photos of people and priests.
- Ethiopia has its own calendar and clock: check times twice!
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