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What to know before visiting Axum
Axum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the cradle of Ethiopia’s ancient civilization. Discover towering obelisks, the Queen of Sheba’s Palace, and the Church of St. Mary of Zion, believed to house the Ark of the Covenant.
General info
Time Zone
GMT +03:00
12 hours behind
Currency
Ethiopian Birr
1USD = 130ETB
Best time to visit
DEC
Axum
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Top sights in Axum
These popular destinations have a lot to offer
The Ruins of Aksum
The remains of once powerful royal capital contain impressive tombs and stelae.
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Northern Stelae Park
The remains of once powerful royal capital contain impressive tombs and stelae.
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Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion
This church is rumored to be the hiding place of the biblical "Lost Ark."
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