Eastern Ethiopia Tour
Discover the ancient walled city of Harar and Experience Ethiopia’s Living History.
Eastern Ethiopia Tours | Harar Wall |Dire Dawa I Babile Elephant Sanctuary!
Eastern Part of Ethiopia
Eastern Ethiopia route is a fascinating region with Rich history, vibrant culture, and unique attractions. Harar is one of Ethiopia’s most culturally rich cities, known for its ancient walled city (Jugol), vibrant markets, and deep Islamic heritage. It has over 82 mosques and 102 shrines, making it a significant spiritual center.
Harar Wall- No Journey along Ethiopia’s fabled historic route would be complete without a visit to the medieval walled city of Harar which stands amid green mountains on the east wall of the Great Rift Valley. Harar was included in the world heritage list in 2006 by UNESCO in recognition of its cultural heritage. One of Harar’s heritages that confirm the city as a place of ancient civilization and urban culture is the Jugal wall. This 3.34 kilometers long wall which insured the city’s safety from surprise attacks of enemies. The jugal wall was built with five gates and 24 towers that had their own strategic purpose. These gates and towers had military, political, economic and social roles in the controlling the whole surrounding and activities that goes in and out of the wall.
The wall had played a great roll for Harar, whose power had declined due to frequent wars during the time of Imam Ahmed, to preserve the identity of its people, heritages and urban culture. The wall embraces ancient mosques, shrines, traditional homes, which are manifestation of Harar architectural echelon of the time.
The Grand Mosque at Hararr with its two white-washed minarets dominates a broad courtyard. An important Muslim center, Harar pilgrims from all parts of the Islamic world.
- Diredawa – a lively commercial hub with historic, vibrant culture, and unique attractions. Some of the most notable places include
- Babile Camel Market – one of the largest camel market in Africa, located on the way to Jigjiga, offering a glimpse into traditional trade and Nomadic life.
- Argoba village – A culturally significant village near Harar, home to the Argoba people, known for their distance traditions and architecture.
- Harar Market – a vibrant marketplace filled with local crafts, spices, and traditional Ethiopian goods, reflecting the city’s rich heritage.
- Valley of Marvels- Famous for its balancing rock formations and unique landscapes.
- Babile Elephant Sanctuary – A protected area for rare African elephants, located near Harar
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