Hammer tribe is one of the indigenous communities in Ethiopia Their rich cultural heritage and unique way of life have been all over the world Hammer people are known for their tradition ceremony and ritualssuch as bull jumping ceremony This rite of passage is a significant event in a young mans life symbolizing his transition in to adult hood The woman of hammer tribescan often be seen wearing vibrant colourful beaded necklaces elaborated hair style and beautiful adorned clothin g each accessory holds a special meaning a tell a story with in their community LIVE stocks play a central role in Hammer tribes economy and way of life cattle are considered a symbol of wealth and are often exchange during important social events and ceremonies strong sense of community and socail structures they live in permanent settlement known as manyatas
Lalibela
Lalibela the smollest of the three former capital that form the core of Ethiopia historical circut is therfore where you will find a labyrinthine complex of thirteen mendeval rock hewn church and chapels assocated with emperor lalibela The church of lalibela were inscribed on the UNESCO world heritage listin 1978 and undoubtedly represents the pin nacle of the Ethiopian tradition of temple excavation which have predated the arrival of christianity in the fourth century AD breathing place of worship that have been actively used since their excavation morethan eight hundred years ago pouplation 15000 on aura of mountain rusticity eroded by tourisem the city is high altitude of 2630 m among rocky hills over looking mount Abuna yoseph lalibela becomes emperor arround 1180 ster a protracted struggling Emperor lalibela was responsible for unifying the complex as whole lalibela has been described of the sub saharan answers to angkar wat or mach picchu they were hand carved in to the pink volcanic cylinder beneath the city
Calendar
Ethiopia is still 2017 EC Ethiopia is currently in 2017 EC according to the Ethiopian calendar while the rest of the world is in 2025 which means the Ethiopian calendar is approximately 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar
Gonder
Gonder was founded by emperor Fasildes in 1636 as the capitalof the Ethiopian Emperors during this period the city flourished as center of poltics religions and culture with the construction of palace churchs and other structures that symbolizes its historical significant Gonder is renowned for its well preserved castles and stunning architecture earning the nick name Camelot of Africa The city crown jewel is the royal enclosure a forteis complex with several palaces libraries and churchs showcasing a blend of Ethiopian portuges and India Influence Italian occupation Gonder was further developed under Italian occupation in the 1930 s Destruction and restoration Gonder has faced various attacks and destruction including those by Emperor Tewodros and invander still historical sisignificant Gonder is a significant culture and historical hub Fasil Ghebi The royal enclosure a UNESCO world heritage sit housing several palace and churchs Debre Birhan selase church A historical church with beautiful architecture and artworks Fasildes Bath A famous
Jimma
Jimma Ethiopia has a rich and diverse history dating backto the 18 century Founding and kingdom jimma was founded by king abba jiffar in 1830 as the capital of the kingdom of jimma an oromo Muslim kingdom was known for its military power and played a significant role in the history Golden age under abba jefar 2 rule 1878-1932 jimma experienced a golden age tranforming in to a wealth trading hub for coffe ivery and slaves He build road school and postal system maintaining diplomatic relations with European while resisting colonization Abba jifar death 1932 Ethiopia under emperor Haileslase rule jimma lost autonomy but remain economic powerhouse modern era Today jimma is a city with deep connection to Ethiopia history and culture featuring historical sits like the former royal palace and ancient mosque vibrant coffe culture recognized by UNESCO Abba jifar founder of kingdom of jimma 1830 Abba jifar 2 ruler of jimma from 1878-1932 known his diplomatic and economic achievement
Aksum
Dating back to 1st century CE this ancient city was once the capital of the Aksumite Empire a powerful civilization that thrived until 7th century CE key historical highlight founding and rise Aksum emerged as a prominent regional power in the 1st century CE strategicaly situated on the trade route connecting medtranian india and Africa Adoption of christianity king Ezana conversion to Christianity in 324 CE made Aksum one of the first state to adopt Christianity as its officiall religions aligning it with the Byzantine empire architecture Achievement Aksum is renowned for distinctive architecture monolic oblisks gaint stelae and royal tomboy Notable Land mark stelae park Home to numerous ancient stelae including 33 meters full Great stele believed to have fallen during construction oblisks of Aksum Amassive oblisks removed by Italian force in 1937 and return 2005 EC cultural significant Aksum is UNESCO world heritage site attracting tourists and historical its ancient ruins and rich cultural heritage pivotal moment in Ethiopian and Africa history church of mariam Tsion house of Ark convenant a sacred artifact in Ethiopia Christianity