Malden Tour & Travel
For travelers who love nature, views, and authentic neighbourhood experiences. Morning · Unity Park – beautifully landscaped park inside the National Palace compound, with a zoo, pavilions, and cultural houses. · Short walk through the green hills of Gullele Botanical Garden (easy trails, birdwatching, fresh air). Midday · Picnic-style lunch or a traditional meal at a restaurant in the Piazza area (included). Afternoon · Entoto Natural Park – gentle hike or drive to the summit, spectacular 360° views over the city. · Visit Shiro Meda Market – the hub for Ethiopian handwoven cotton, scarves, and traditional clothing. Late Afternoon · Watch the sunset from Mount Entoto or a rooftop café. · Coffee ceremony with a view.
Best for first-time visitors who want the city’s essential highlights. Morning · National Museum – home of the famous hominid fossil “Lucy.” · Holy Trinity Cathedral – a stunning church and the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie. Midday · Lunch at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant (included – injera and vegetarian/meat platters). Afternoon · Ethnological Museum (inside Addis Ababa University, former palace of Haile Selassie) – excellent overview of Ethiopia’s cultures. · Merkato – Africa’s largest open-air market; a guided walk through the spice, coffee, and crafts sections. Late Afternoon · Drive up to Entoto Mountain for panoramic city views and visit Entoto Maryam Church. · End with a coffee ceremony at a local family’s home or a garden café.
The Holy Trinity Cathedral in Addis Ababa is the highest-ranking Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo church in the country. It's a powerful national symbol of resilience, a major pilgrimage site, and the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie. · 📜 History: Emperor Haile Selassie began construction in 1931 to honor Ethiopia's victory over Italian occupation. While interrupted by the war, it was completed in 1942 after liberation, serving as a triumphant symbol of reclaimed independence. It also serves as an important mausoleum for the Imperial family and heroes of the resistance. · 🏛️ Architecture & Art: The design blends traditional Ethiopian forms with European influences. The landmark copper dome and towering structure enclose ornate murals and brilliant stained-glass windows depicting biblical scenes. · 🎨 Must-See Highlights: Key highlights include the granite tombs of Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen, a museum of ecclesiastical artifacts, and the grave of British activist Sylvia Pankhurst. The historic Bale Wold Church and a monument to patriots are also on the grounds. · 💡 Visitor Tips: The cathedral is generally open daily, but there is an entry fee for the main building and museum. Modest dress (covering shoulders and knees) is required.