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Meskel Fire and the Lasta Ridge Walk

Ethiopia Travel Podcast with Dawit Bekele
S2 E1009:49
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As Meskel approaches, Dawit explores the green slopes of Asheton Maryam, reflects on the rhythm of pilgrimage in Lalibela, and shares practical tips for navigating the town’s costs and conservation works. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Ethiopia: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Ethiopia guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 50 of Ethiopia Travel Podcast with Dawit Bekele. Dawit Bekele is in Lalibela, Ethiopia. Places in this episode: Lasta massif, Asheton Maryam Monastery, Bete Giyorgis, Bete Medhane Alem, Engu Coffee Shop, Ma'ed Lalibela Restaurant, Hilltop Lodge, Shimbraema. Covered: Asheton Maryam Monastery hike, Lalibela conservation infrastructure, Cost of living and tourism in Lalibela, Revival of church schools, Meskel festival preparations, Practical travel logistics and safety. Chapters: 00:00 Lasta massif 03:12 Engu Coffee Shop 06:19 Bank of Abyssinia 08:40 Market A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lalibela #EthiopiaTravel #AmharaRegion #RockHewnChurches #AshetonMaryam #MeskelFestival #LastaHighlands #TravelEthiopia #UNESCOHeritage #SimienMountains #YimrehaneKristos #HilltopLodge #MaedRestaurant #EthiopianCoffee #ZagweDynasty #OrthodoxChristianity #KiremtRains #SustainableLalibela https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/ethiopia/

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