Experience the vibrant Meskel Festival in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital. Join the celebration of the unearthing of the True Holy Cross of Christ with bonfires and colorful traditions. UNESCO-listed cultural heritage event.
Experience the vibrant Meskel Festival in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital. Join the celebration of the unearthing of the True Holy Cross of Christ with bonfires and colorful traditions. UNESCO-listed cultural heritage event.
- Meskel Square - Meskel Festival in Addis Ababa
- Meskel Square - Meskel Festival in Addis Ababa
- Experienced local guide
- Experienced local guide
Happy Meskel Festival
The Meskel Festival, a significant event in the Ethiopian Orthodox calendar, is celebrated throughout Ethiopia on September 26th and 27th. It marks the discovery of the True Holy Cross of Christ by Queen Helena (Saint Helena) in the fourth century. The festivities feature the lighting of a large bonfire called Demera. The most…
Happy Meskel Festival
The Meskel Festival, a significant event in the Ethiopian Orthodox calendar, is celebrated throughout Ethiopia on September 26th and 27th. It marks the discovery of the True Holy Cross of Christ by Queen Helena (Saint Helena) in the fourth century. The festivities feature the lighting of a large bonfire called Demera. The most vibrant celebrations can be witnessed in Addis Ababa at the renowned Meskel Square. Meskel is also celebrated with great enthusiasm in various regions, particularly in the North and South of Ethiopia. In 2013, UNESCO recognized the Meskel Festival as part of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
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