Mek'ele, Regional capital in Tigray Region, Ethiopia
Mek'ele stands at an elevation of 2,084 meters, featuring seven distinct sub-cities that form the largest urban center in northern Ethiopia.
The city gained prominence in the late 19th century when Emperor Yohannes IV established it as the capital, constructing three castles and multiple Ethiopian Orthodox churches.
Markets throughout Mek'ele display traditional Ethiopian ingredients and goods, while residents maintain Tigrayan customs through regular communal gatherings and ceremonies.
The Alula Aba Nega Airport connects Mek'ele with major Ethiopian cities, while local transportation includes regular bus services and taxi operations.
The Messebo Cement Factory, one of Ethiopia's largest industrial facilities, operates near Mek'ele, contributing significantly to the national construction sector.
Location: Tigray Region
Elevation above the sea: 2,084 m
Address: Mekele, Ethiopia Mekele
Website: http://mekelleadministration.gov.et
GPS coordinates: 13.49666,39.47683
Latest update: September 18, 2025 14:59
Ethiopia features medieval churches in Lalibela, mountain ranges in Simien National Park and ancient obelisks in Axum. The Danakil region displays sulfur springs and salt plains. The historic city of Harar Jugol and Bale Mountains complement the geological and cultural elements. Monasteries on Lake Tana islands, volcanic areas and national parks present the natural and architectural diversity of Ethiopia.
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