• National Museum of Ethiopia - Begin the city tour of Addis Ababa at the National Museum of Ethiopia. Renowned for its exceptional quality and diverse exhibits, the museum features archaeological displays including the 3.5 million-year-old fossil of Lucy (or Dinkinesh, meaning ‘thou art wonderful’ in the local language), a hominoid woman of the species Australopithecus Afarensis. The discovery of Lucy’s fossil in 1974 revolutionized the understanding of human ancestry, proving that our ancestors walked the earth 2.5 million years earlier than previously believed. The National Museum also showcases numerous remarkable artifacts from the pre-Axumite civilization.

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The collection currently exhibited at the National Museum is considered one of the most significant in sub-Saharan Africa. Unfortunately, many of the displays suffer from inadequate labeling, lighting, and presentation. The standout feature is undoubtedly the paleontological exhibition located in the basement, which houses the renowned Lucy. Discovered in 1974 in Ethiopia’s Afar region, Lucy’s find revolutionized our comprehension of human ancestry. This section is well-labeled in English, so if time is limited, it is recommended to focus your visit here.

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