Glorious past: Ethiopia abounds in sacred sites and places of stunning natural beauty
By A Mystery Man Writer
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Mountains, rivers, forests, waterfalls and famous historical sites provide visitors with a dramatic backdrop when travelling around this country
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In some ways Ethiopia can be said to be one of the cradles of civilisation, as some of the earliest fossils of modern humans – for example, the hominid, “Lucy” – have been found there. Situated in the Horn of Africa, this former kingdom is blessed with a stunning natural beauty: mountains, rivers, forests and waterfalls abound. These geographical features dovetail perfectly with numerous historical sacred sites that include Aksum, Harar and Lalibela.
First published in 1903, South China Morning Post is Hong Kong’s premier English language newspaper and has the city’s most affluent and influential readership. With a reputation for authoritative, influential and independent reporting on Hong Kong and China. The newspaper is supported with its online publication and its Sunday edition, Sunday Morning Post.
In some ways Ethiopia can be said to be one of the cradles of civilisation, as some of the earliest fossils of modern humans – for example, the hominid, “Lucy” – have been found there. Situated in the Horn of Africa, this former kingdom is blessed with a stunning natural beauty: mountains, rivers, forests and waterfalls abound. These geographical features dovetail perfectly with numerous historical sacred sites that include Aksum, Harar and Lalibela.
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