Everybody wants to go to heaven – But nobody wants to die
Entoto orthodox church Everybody is fighting to reach the top But tell me, how far is it really from the bottom? – Peter Tosh
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Children are children no matter where in the world
Any psychologist or kinder-garden-teacher can tell you that children up to a certain age play by themselves. There can be many children present but each one plays in its own world. At a… Continue reading
Adadi Maryam Rock-hewn Church – Oromia, Ethiopia
Adadi Maryam is a small christian orthodox rock church about 1 1/2 hour drive south of Addis Ababa. While the rock churches in Lalibela are famous world wide this little jewel is the… Continue reading
Around the monastery of Debre Lebanos – Oromia, Ethiopia
The first Tabbot of Debre Libanos, with whom the monastery is strongly associated, is an important figure in Ethiopian history. He convinced the Kings of the Zagwe Dynasty of Lalibela to abdicate to… Continue reading
Fasting Food & Injera
Fasting food is generally served on Wednesdays and Fridays in Ethiopia and is a treat for vegetarians or even vegans. If they don’t have it, just order Shiro Wat anywhere and you’ll be fine!
Addis Ababa University
“See the person, not the disability”
Cradle of Life – Ethiopia
Welcome to the world little friend and fellow living being!
Don’t Drink & Drive – Ethiopia 2012
As in many of the 55 very different countries in Africa new roads are being built in Ethiopia (usually by Chinese companies). A massive infrastructure improvement the last few years with good paved roads/highways has… Continue reading