Gondar

Situated southwest of the Simien Mountains, north of Lake Tana, Gondar once served as the royal capital of the ancient Ethiopian Empire. Known as the ‘Camelot of Africa’, Gondar is home to the World Heritage Site of Fasil Ghebbi, a fortress-city previously inhabited by to the Ethiopian emperor Fasilides. Visitors can enjoy a wide selection of wonderful activities including: discovering the ancient Gondar Castle, a medieval castle and palace complex, exploring the 17th century Church of Debre Sina, featuring biblical murals on every wall and visiting the nearby Simien Mountains National Park. Don’t miss a visit to Ras Dashen, the highest mountain in Ethiopia.

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Mayleko Lodge

Ideally situated just minutes from Theodros Airport in Gondar, Mayleko Lodge is a luxury lodge surrounded with breathtaking scenery. The lodge offers 17 bungalows, as…

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Goha Hotel

Situated in Gondar, Ethiopia, the Goha Hotel features elegantly designed and furnished rooms with bathrooms with showers, writing desks, sitting areas, TVs and Wi-Fi. The…

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