Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Lost Kingdoms of Africa
Dr Gus Casely-Hayford explores ancient Ethiopian cultures and
legends.
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The Great Rift: Africa's Wild Heart
A finely crafted portrait of the Rift Valley and its
wildlife.
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Origins of Us
Exploring who we are and where we came from, this BBC series starts
where it all began - Ethiopia.
Ethiopian Icons
»Haile Gebrselassie: the world's most famous long-distance runner?
»Mohammed Hussein Al Amoudi: Ethiopia's richest man.
»Teddy Afro: Ethiopian singer.
»Liya Kebede: Ethiopian supermodel.
Dos & Don'ts
»Do take the time to talk with older Ethiopians - it's amazing how far Ethiopia has come
in so short a time.
»Do learn a few words of Amharic - Ethiopians will open their hearts to you if you do.
»Do come with an open mind regarding Ethiopian history, legends and culture.
»Don't eat with your left hand.
»Don't attempt to enter a monastery if you're female unless specifically told it's OK.
Conversations
»Football: after 31 years Ethiopia qualified for the 2013 Africa Cup. They'll be talking
about this for years.
»Gibe III Dam: it'll change south Ethiopia, but for better or worse?
»Cost of living: it's going up and everyone has an opinion.
