Tigray Region, Administrative region in northern Ethiopia
The Tigray Region spans 50,079 square kilometers across northern Ethiopia, containing highlands, valleys, and mountain ranges between Eritrea and the Amhara Region.
The territory served as the center of the Axumite Empire from 100 to 940 AD, establishing trade networks connecting Africa with Mediterranean and Asian regions.
The Tigrinya language dominates the region, with Orthodox Christianity practiced by 95 percent of inhabitants who maintain traditional ceremonies throughout the year.
Mekelle, the regional capital, functions as the administrative center, hosting government offices, universities, and transportation connections to neighboring territories.
The region contains numerous rock-hewn churches carved into mountainsides during the 8th century, representing early Ethiopian architectural and engineering methods.
Location: Ethiopia
Capital city: Mek'ele
Shares border with: Afar Region, Amhara Region
Website: https://tig-gpr.org
GPS coordinates: 13.57500,39.08750
Latest update: June 17, 2025 18:50
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