Meskel Festival in Addis Ababa

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5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 2 more

መልካም የመስቀል በአል/Happy Meskel Festival
The festival of Meskel, one of the major Ethiopian Orthodox festivals is celebrated across Ethiopia on September 26th and 27th to commemorate the unearthing of the True Holy Cross of Christ by Queen Helena (Saint Helena) in the fourth century. The celebration includes the burning of a large bonfire known as Demera. The best place to experience the Meskel Festival is in the capital Addis Ababa at the famous Meskel Square. Meskel is also colorfully celebrated across the country, especially in the North and Southern parts of Ethiopia.
UNESCO has registered the Meskel festivity in the list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity in 2013

What's Included

In-person guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meskel Square, Addis Ababa

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    Meskel Square

    Meskel Festival in Addis Ababa

    5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Opatrip Ethiopia

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Carnival
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