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Addis Ababa: The Flower of Africa, the City of Vitality.

Addis Ababa, a city located on the Ethiopian Plateau in East Africa, is not only the capital of Ethiopia, but also the headquarters of the African Union and its predecessor, the Organization of African Unity. 🏙️✨ In Amharic, Addis Ababa means "fresh flower," and true to its name, the city is full of life and vitality. 🌺🌼 🏞️ Addis Ababa is located on a plateau at an altitude of 2,400 meters, where the climate is cool and pleasant, and despite its proximity to the equator, it is not hot. The city is built on a mountain, with wide and tidy streets and well-arranged buildings. 🏢🌳 The city was founded in 1886, when Queen Taitu of Ethiopia chose to build a house next to a hot spring and allowed nobles to build houses there, thus beginning the construction of the city. Under the rule of Menelik II, Addis Ababa gradually became the political, economic, and cultural center of Ethiopia. 🏰👑 👥🌐 As a multicultural city, Addis Ababa is home to more than 80 different ethnic groups, who speak more than 80 different languages and practice a variety of religions, including Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. This multicultural integration makes the city uniquely charming and inclusive. 🕌🕋💒 🏛️ Addis Ababa has many attractions worth visiting. The National Museum of Ethiopia houses the famous Australopithecus "Lucy" human fossils and is an important place to learn about the origins of mankind. 🦴🔍 The Holy Trinity Cathedral is a religious landmark in the city, and its magnificent architecture and long history attract countless visitors. 💒🙏 In addition, the headquarters of the African Union, Addis Ababa University, and other buildings are also highlights of the city. 🏢🎓 🌳🌳 In Addis Ababa, eucalyptus trees are very common. To solve the city's timber and firewood problems, Menelik II introduced fast-growing eucalyptus trees in 1905 and encouraged people to plant them widely. Today, Addis Ababa's eucalyptus forests cover more than 50 square kilometers, providing important resources for the city's construction and development. 🌳💪 🛫🚆 As Ethiopia's transportation hub, Addis Ababa has a convenient transportation network. Whether by road, rail, or air, it can meet people's travel needs. From here, you can easily travel to other cities in Africa, Europe, and Asia. 🌍✈️ 🌈 Overall, Addis Ababa is a vibrant and charming city. It is not only the pride of Ethiopia, but also a shining pearl on the African continent. 🌟💫
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Posted: Nov 12, 2024
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