Yeha Archaeological Site

Pre-Christian history

This reminds you of just how long Ethiopia has been part of human history. The remains of the beautifully constructed pagan temple and palace are well worth the visit and the drive there through the m...

interesting

A good and unexpected stop on the road from Gheralta to Axum for some pre-history. Difficult to see this as an architectural highlight though, but worth a stop for sure if you are passing.

Interesting historic site

Off the main road about 20 minutes...dusty little "village" with the remains of an ancient temple (no roof or floor, just some partial walls). A small, but interesting, graveyard and the more modern ...

Oldest standing structure in Ethiopia

Had a good English speaking guide who explained about the temple of the moon....this is said to be the oldest standing structure in Ethiopia. The walls are still mostly in tact but there's no roof and...

Architectural highlight of two week Ethiopian tour

This was a real gem amongst the numerous and often disappointing churches of Ethiopia. The temple has been sympathetically restored/consolidated more work to be done on the fascinating palace. Worth r...