Eritrea
A Journey Through Art Deco Streets, Highland Culture, and Red Sea Serenity
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Eritrea
Eritrea blends highland elegance with coastal charm. Wander through Asmara’s modernist cityscape—declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site—then travel to Keren to experience its lively camel market and baobab‑tree shrine. On the coast, Massawa’s coral‑stone buildings lead to the Dahlak Islands where snorkelling and diving reveal vibrant marine life.
Adventure Highlights:
- Admire Asmara’s UNESCO‑listed modernist and Art Deco architecture.
- Experience Keren’s Monday camel market and visit the St Maryam Dearit baobab‑tree shrine.
- Sail from Massawa to the Dahlak Islands or Green Island for snorkelling and diving among coral reefs and marine.
Cultural Encounters:
- Learn and use a few words of Tigrinya or Arabic; even small efforts are appreciated.
- Visit local markets not only to shop but to connect with vendors and farmers, listening to their stories.
- Attend cultural events, music performances, or religious festivals with respect — observing traditions and local etiquette.
Local Life & Flavors:
- Sample injera with spicy stews like zigni, shiro and dorho, and try pasta infused with berbere spices.
- Join a traditional coffee ceremony or enjoy espresso in Asmara’s cafés.
- Support local artisans by buying handmade crafts and upcycled goods at markets and use your right hand when eating or greeting as the left hand is considered unclean.
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Eritrea
Asmara
Perched at 2,325 m, Asmara is Eritrea’s capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its well‑preserved modernist and Art Deco architecture. Stroll along broad boulevards lined with cinemas, cafés and Italian‑era buildings, admire St Mary’s Cathedral and the Grand Mosque, and browse markets like the produce market or Medebar Market where artisans upcycle metal.
Keren
Nestled in the highlands north of Asmara, Keren is known for its Monday camel market and the sacred St Maryam Dearit chapel set inside a baobab tree. Explore the nineteenth‑century Tigu fort, wander through lively markets and visit the town’s Italian and British war cemeteries or the nearby Debre Sina monastery.
Massawa & the Dahlak Islands
On the Red Sea coast, Massawa’s old town features coral‑stone houses, Ottoman‑era buildings, the Imperial Palace and historic mosques. After strolling the seafront bazaar, hop on a boat to the Dahlak Islands or Green Island, where unspoiled beaches, coral reefs and warm waters invite swimming, snorkelling and diving.
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