Ethiopia
Capital
Addis Ababa
Population
~120 million
Currency
Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- Amharic
- Religion
- Christianity (Orthodox), Islam
- Climate
- Varied; tropical monsoon with wide topographic-induced variation
Culture & History
Known for: coffee origin, ancient Christian tradition, and the African Union headquarters
Also famous for: Lalibela rock-hewn churches, the Simien Mountains, and Injera
Food: Injera (flatbread) with stews
Brief History
One of the oldest civilizations; ancient Christian kingdom; never fully colonized; African Union headquarters; diverse ethnic groups and languages