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THE GATEWAY TO LAKE TANA - Bahir Dar
THE GATEWAY TO LAKE TANA

BAHIR DAR IS AN EASY TOWN TO GET AROUND. IT IS FLAT AND EASILY EXPLORED BY FOOT. BETTER YET, IT IS THE GATEWAY TO EXPLORING ANCIENT ISLAND MONASTERIES.

LAKE MONASTERIES - Bahir Dar

LAKE MONASTERIES - Bahir Dar

  • Last visit to Bahir Dar: Apr 2007
  • Intro Updated Jan 12, 2008
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I BOUGHT IT IN ADDIS FOR 150 BIRR (R) - Bahir Dar SUN SCREEN LOTION What to Pack (3)

Bahir Dar is one of the lowest and flattest places in Ethiopia. If you have been travelling in the highlands, you... more travel advice

MALARIA - Bahir Dar MALARIA Warnings and Dangers (2)

Bahir Dar is in the Malarial Zone. Most of Ethiopia is highlands and too high for mosquitoes. Unfortunately Bahir Dar is... more travel advice

WET WIPES - Bahir Dar WET WIPES What to Pack (3)

Why should babies be the only ones to have these hygienic wipes? I don’t know why, but the adult version of this... more travel advice

THE HANDSHAKE OF RESPECT - Bahir Dar THE HANDSHAKE OF RESPECT Local Customs (3)

I actually took this photo here in Bahir Dar, so I better explain. In Ethiopia, holding your right elbow with your left... more travel advice

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    greekcypriot's Profile Photo
    Apr 2, 2013 at 4:15 AM

    You have got amazing photos, tips and stories behind. Thanks for sharing DAO.
    Keep safe and well

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    toonsarah's Profile Photo
    Jul 13, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    I would be so frustrated here to have to miss out on that wonderful museum and church :-( And no, giving one of the guys my camera to take photos for me is NOT the same! Would love to visit, nevertheless

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    Pawtuxet's Profile Photo
    Dec 16, 2008 at 7:16 AM

    Fascinating visit. Nice hotel and pool, but mosquito nets give quite a clue.

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    starship's Profile Photo
    Apr 15, 2008 at 8:13 AM

    Extremely interesting page! The tips about customs and behavior very helpful too! Great pictures of all the paintings, murals, etc.!

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