Destination: DEBRE BIRHAN SELASSIE

First built in 1690 by the Iyasu The Great or Iyasu I (r, 1682-1706), Debrebirhan Selassie Church is one of the most remarkable churches in Gondar. The twelve supporting columns around this church represent the twelve apostles and the 13th larger one symbolizes Jesus Christ.The present church was built in 1880s after Sudanese Mahadists army destroyed it. It is worth a visit to see its amazing ceiling with intricately painted angels including the life of Christ, St. Mary, the saints and the martyrs. Churches like this were once quite common in the area, but this is the only church still in use, making it even more of a treasure.

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Cultural tour

Ethiopia is home of extremely diverse cultures. Being home of over 80 ethnics, diverse life style, norms, traditions, history and religion make the country one of the best cultural destinations.

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Sea Kayaking

It is generally believed that when hundreds of sheep were disappeared from the place where the temple stands today, the shepherds prayed to get their sheep back. Surprisingly they had a vision of the Devi herself who asked them to sacrifice a few of the sheep to get back their lost ones. It is said…

Activity Destination , 10 Days 11 Nights

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Everest Treak

It is generally believed that when hundreds of sheep were disappeared from the place where the temple stands today, the shepherds prayed to get their sheep back. Surprisingly they had a vision of the Devi herself who asked them to sacrifice a few of the sheep to get back their lost ones. It is said…

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From Br666.00 Br555.00

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