ADDIS ABABA — A group of tourists from England, expressing their long-held desire to explore Ethiopia, shared their experiences and initial impressions with the Ethiopian News Agency during their visit to the National Museum in Addis Ababa. The museum is the first stop on their extensive tour of the country’s renowned historical sites.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, tourists Mank Williams and Anthony Chibnuzzi detailed their anticipation and surprise at the realities of Ethiopia, a destination they had dreamed of visiting for years. Both visitors were particularly moved by their first encounter with Ethiopia’s rich cultural heritage and development strides in the capital.
Williams, on his first visit to Ethiopia, was eager to explore the country’s famed tourist attractions, including those he had learned about from afar. His excitement was palpable as he recounted his experience seeing Lucy’s remains at the National Museum—a significant archaeological discovery he had only previously read about in college.
The itinerary for the group includes visits to major historical landmarks such as the Rock-hewn Churches of Lalibela and the Afar’s Danakil Depression. Williams also remarked on the urban development and modernization he observed in Addis Ababa, appreciating the restoration efforts and the city’s evolving infrastructure.
Chibnuzzi, also visiting for the first time, commented on the warm welcome they received in the capital, noting the friendly faces and pleasant climate. Surprised by the city’s verdant landscape, he expressed enthusiasm for the rest of their journey, which will include sampling Ethiopia’s culinary offerings and local coffee.
The tourists, who have been planning this trip for an extended period, look forward to immersing themselves further in the local culture and exploring more of Ethiopia’s historical treasures over the coming days.
