At an elevation of 2,355 metres (7,726 ft), it is the fourth highest capital city in the world and the highest capital in Africa. Addis Ababa is a highly developed and important cultural, artistic, …

Dec 19, 2025 · Addis Ababa, capital and largest city of Ethiopia. It is located on a well-watered plateau surrounded by hills and mountains in the geographic centre of the country.

Addis Ababa (Amharic: አዲስ አበባ) is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia. It had an estimated population of almost 4 million in 2023 and it is growing very rapidly like many African cities.

Sometimes referred to as the capital of Africa, Addis Ababa is a buzzing hub of economic, social and political activity and home to such notable offices as the African Union and the United …

Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia and the African Union and is often called the "African Capital" due to its historical, diplomatic, and political significance for the continent.

Here is a handy guide for everything you need to know before visiting this vibrant city. Before you arrive in Addis Ababa it’s important to know the basics.

Nestled amidst the lush highlands of Ethiopia lies a captivating city named Addis Ababa. This city, which means "New Flower" in the local language, Amharic, holds immense significance as the …