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Inside Background
Culture 
The multi-ethnic culture and traditions in Addis Ababa date back more than...
Last edited: July 19, 2006
Health & Safety 
Addis Ababa is the victim of occasional political violence, so it is advisable...
Last edited: July 02, 2006
History 
Addis Ababa, which means “new flower,” began as a military camp on the Entoto...
Last edited: December 15, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Overall, Addis Ababa maintains pleasant daytime temperatures year-round, which...
Last edited: July 02, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
To get to Addis Ababa, it is best to fly into Bole International Airport. This...
Last edited: July 02, 2006
Getting Around 
Churchill Avenue is the main thoroughfare in Addis Ababa, and a good starting...
Last edited: August 10, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis ( old Lada's) are for Ethiopian standards (very) expensive in addis...
Last edited: August 09, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
On September 27, Ethiopians celebrate the Finding of the True Cross (Meskal...
Last edited: December 15, 2006
Museums & Attractions 
One of the most popular attractions here is the Ethiopian National Museum...
Last edited: March 24, 2008
Nightlife 
There are a few night spots in Addis Ababa . One of the most popular spots is...
Last edited: February 28, 2008
Shopping 
The merkato in Addis Ababa is an enormous outdoor market that spans several...
Last edited: July 02, 2006
Merkato 
The Markato is well worth a visit, you can buy anything here and the experience...
Last edited: March 06, 2008
National Museum 
This Museum has a wide variety of exchbits on three floors, telling stories...
Last edited: February 20, 2008
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Dining Overview 
A very good restaurant is China restaurant on the corner of the entrance of the...
Last edited: August 10, 2006
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Inside Ethiopia: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
  CASH MACHINES OR ATMS IN ADDIS  In  Addis Ababa  there are only a few ATMs...
Last edited: May 19, 2008
Important Phrases 
Some phrases in Amharic: - Tadias! = Hello! - Deh-nah-neh? =   How are you (to...
Last edited: June 02, 2008
Telephones 
Unlike many countries where you can cheaply buy a local SIM card and put it in...
Last edited: October 01, 2007
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