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Mek’elē Holidays

With a population of 220 000 inhabitants, Mek'ele is northeastern Ethiopia's big city. This is the departure point for excursions to the Danakil Desert and the Tigray villages all around Hawzen where there are remarkable churches to visit.

Visit Mek’elē

  • Art & Culture
  • Castle and fortress
  • Place or Historical Monument

Mek’elē: How to get there?

1hr15 from Addis Ababa by plane

Mek’elē: See when to go?

From September to May

Mek’elē: For how long?

1 to 2 days
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Mek’elē: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay
Camille Griffoulieres
Travel writer
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With a population of 220 000 inhabitants, Mek'ele is northeastern Ethiopia's big city. This is the departure point for excursions to the Danakil Desert and the Tigray villages all around Hawzen where there are remarkable churches to visit.

My suggestion
This is where you negotiate for the lowest price on trips to the Danakil and for cars to hire for a few days if you want to visit the Tigray region. 
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