Meseret Zeleke

Irreecha is the thanksgiving ceremony of the Oromo people, a spiritual gathering held to thank the creator, Waaqa, for guiding the community safely through the dark winter rains into the …

Ethiopia is a country where tradition is lived every day. Its national holidays are not just dates on a calendar; they are communal experiences that fill streets with music, colour, …

The highlands of Wollo (historically known as Bete Amhara) form one of Ethiopia’s most atmospheric cultural regions. Stretching from the ancient monasteries of Lake Hayq to the dramatic escarpments of …

High in northern Ethiopia, where the land rises into serrated peaks and sweeping plateaus, stands one of Africa’s most astonishing landscapes: Simien Mountains National Park.  Often called the “Roof of …

To emerge from the rugged, sun-bleached expanse of the Ethiopian highlands and find oneself staring at a cluster of crenellated stone towers, soaring battlements, and baroque stone arches is one …

The Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia is famous for its dramatic landscapes, volcanic craters, and vast acacia plains.  Yet, beneath its rugged surface lies a fascinating chapter of medieval history …

Nestled in the south-eastern highlands of Ethiopia, Bale Mountains National Park is a jewel of African biodiversity. Encompassing over 2,200 square kilometres of untouched wilderness, the park is a striking …

Aksum (also spelt Axum) stands as one of the most enigmatic and deeply historic destinations in Africa.  Located in the dramatic highlands of northern Ethiopia, this UNESCO World Heritage site …

The Blue Nile, known locally as the Abay, originates at Gish Abay, a small market town in Ethiopia’s Gojjam province of the Amhara region. The water does not roar at …

On a green plateau in the highlands of eastern Ethiopia sits Harar, an ancient, fortified settlement built on faith, trade, and history. It is the ancestral homeland of the Harari …