Geographic Location
- Location in Africa: Ethiopia is located in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Eritrea to the north, Djibouti and Somalia to the east, Sudan and South Sudan to the west, and Kenya to the south.
- Latitude and Longitude: 8°00′N, 38°00′E.
- Size: 1,104,300 square kilometers
Population
- Current Population (2025): Approximately 129,090,503
Economy
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National Symbols
- Anthem: “Wodefit Gesgeshi, Widd Innat Ityopp’ya” (March Forward, Dear Mother Ethiopia).
- National Pledge: Ethiopia does not have an official national pledge.
Culture and Customs
- Ethnic Groups: Ethiopia is highly diverse, with over 80 ethnic groups, including Oromo, Amhara, Somali, and Tigray.
- Languages: Amharic (official), Oromo, Tigrinya, Somali, and many others.
- Religion: Predominantly Christianity (62.8%) and Islam (34.6%).
Main Airports
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport: The main international gateway.
- Dire Dawa International Airport: A key regional airport.
Popular Tourist Destinations
- Lalibela: Famous for its rock-hewn churches.
- Simien Mountains National Park: A UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Axum: Known for its ancient obelisks and historical significance.
- Lake Tana and Blue Nile Falls: Scenic and culturally significant.
Events and Festivals
- Timket (Epiphany): A major Ethiopian Orthodox Christian celebration.
- Meskel: Celebrating the finding of the True Cross.
- Enkutatash: Ethiopian New Year, celebrated in September.
Practical Information
- Calling Code: +251.
- Country Domain: .et.
- Currency: Ethiopian Birr (ETB).