ETHIOPIA

The following are the heritage sites, grouped into recommended gateway cities. This may help in planning on the logistics (travel and accommodation) of your journey.

AXUM (AXU)

Axum, the spiritual heart of Ethiopia, is a living testament to an empire that once rivaled Rome. The city remains a site of profound mystery, anchored by the Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion, which tradition claims houses the biblical Ark of the Covenant. Visitors marvel at the towering, 1,700-year-old granite stelae that dominate the skyline and explore the ancient ruins of the Dungur Palace. Whether witnessing the vibrant white-clad processions of pilgrims or examining the trilingual Ezana Stone, travelers find Axum to be an unparalleled window into Africa’s enduring Christian and imperial heritage.