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Birds and Hippos: The Natural World of Lake Tana
Over 300 bird species, hippos near where the Blue Nile exits the lake, and centuries-old papyrus boats — a look at Lake…
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The Bridge the Portuguese Built: The Old Story Behind the Blue Nile Falls
From 17th-century Portuguese missionaries to religious legends linking the Blue Nile to scripture — the little-known…
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7 Things to Know Before Taking a Boat on Lake Tana
From the wide gap between posted and actual prices to monastery entry rules — here's what every visitor wishes they'd…
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Things to Know Before Visiting Bahir Dar
From visas and currency to the current security situation in Amhara region — a straightforward, honest checklist of…
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Birds and Hippos: The Natural World of Lake Tana
Over 300 bird species, hippos near where the Blue Nile exits the lake, and centuries-old papyrus boats — a look at Lake…
Articles
The Bridge the Portuguese Built: The Old Story Behind the Blue Nile Falls
From 17th-century Portuguese missionaries to religious legends linking the Blue Nile to scripture — the little-known…
Articles
7 Things to Know Before Taking a Boat on Lake Tana
From the wide gap between posted and actual prices to monastery entry rules — here's what every visitor wishes they'd…
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Things to Know Before Visiting Bahir Dar
From visas and currency to the current security situation in Amhara region — a straightforward, honest checklist of…