From television images of the country’s serious droughts in the early 1980’s many foreigners think of Ethiopia as a dry and barren place, devoid of beauty and greenery. This could hardly be further from the truth.
It is undoubtedly a land of contrasts- there are hot, dry, and barren places, as well as rolling hills, fertile highlands, savannah, and mountainous regions that often see frost and sometimes even snow. There are deserts, canyons, gorges, and a wealth of beautiful waterfalls, lakes and rivers. It all combines to make Ethiopia a country of breathtaking scenery that changes constantly from one region to another, a microcosm of an entire continent in a nation the size of France and Spain combined. More than 800 species of birds are found in Ethiopia, of which twenty-eight are found exclusively in the country. There are also 103 separate mammal species, seven of which are endemic.
Ethiopia is the cradle of civilization and religion, home of Lucy (Dinknesh). Come and visit this breathtaking country, one of the oldest nations on the face of the planet.
Why do eTurboNews journalists need your support?
Powerful corporations, organizations and governments control so much information that reaches the public- including in our travel and tourism industry.
eTurboNews is trying to avoid the trap that befalls much of the U.S. and international media. As a global news organization, we fight to keep our independence when reporting relevant news. Research and fairness in journalism also cost money!
YOU are our inspiration. You could help a little more to keep us going and click here: A free luxury cruise, a first-class airline ticket, or a stay in a 5-star resort could be YOUR reward.
