Ethiopia
Axum
Aksum is a historic city in northern Ethiopia that once served as the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Aksum. With a large Ethiopian Orthodox community, it carries a strongly religious atmosphere.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Axum Airport (AXU)
- Best season
- May–Jun, Sep–Dec
- Time zone
- Africa/Addis_Ababa
- Sights covered
- 2 places
Sights worth seeing
Temples & religious sites
Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion
A historic church in Axum, Ethiopia, said to house the biblical Ark of the Covenant. Visiting this site steeped in mysterious legend makes for a truly special experience.
Temples & religious sites
Abba Pentalewon Monastery
This Ethiopian Orthodox monastery, perched on a hill near Aksum, is known for monks who practice a lifelong discipline of praying while standing. The climb up the steep path is worth it for the sense of ancient faith you'll find at the top.
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Central & near stations
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Best time to visit
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First-time guide
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Getting around
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