Ethiopia is second most populous nation in Africa and it’s also among the ancient countries in where scientists have yield most of the ancient human existence. The travelers who have seen this country call this land full of ancient assets and culture. The landscape of this country makes it naturally blessed by the coarsely carved Simien Mountain which is also enlisted in the UNESCO world heritage site. Also Blue Nile River flows through this country.
The country is economically poor, therefore if you are planning to travel in this country make yourself mentally as 
well as physically prepare for the adventurous traveling. As David Soul perfectly said ‘Being on the move all the time is draining, but the rewards make up for it.’ Is what one should remember while traveling in Ethiopia, you will be rewarded by the scenery and the treasure of ancient tombs, mountains, highlands, churches and much more.
Ethiopia was the first country to accept Christianity in the fourth century and now its official religion is Christianity, followed by the Muslim population which is the second accepted religion and then comes Ethiopian Jews. Thus because of its historical significance it is tied to the world’s most important Abrahamic religions which means the concept of ‘one god’.
The land is full of contrast and extremes, is so true! The cities of this nation have very different distinction from each other.
The Addis Ababa is a biggest city and one of the best places for shopping in this nation. This city is full of museums exhibiting the history of the Ethiopia’s civilization, existence, dynasties who ruled over Ethiopia, remnant of the human existence, etc. you will any information related to the history of the Ethiopia.
Adama, also known as Nazareth, is great place to just relax from the tiring traveling through the country. The place act 
as a weekend holidays for the Addis Ababa people. The city is two hundred miles away from the Addis Ababa city to the southeast and the traveling takes two hours. The buses don’t start until it’s fully loaded by the passengers. The main attraction you shouldn’t miss is the ‘Sodere’ which is near Kechema Mountain. Sodere is a resort and have huge natural hot volcanic water pool. It’s the best place to go after discovering Ethiopia, to relax body after hardship in the country.
Aksum, also called as Axum, is situated on the northern border of Ethiopia. The place is full of stele and remnant of the beautiful palaces such as; Palace of the Queen of Sheba, tombs of the kings Kaleb and Gebre Meskel, Ezanas Scriptures, Archaeological museum, etc. to reach here you have to take flight from Addis Ababa, the tickets are cheap so don’t worry about price. If still you desire to come by road then kill your desire because it takes three days to reach here from Addis Ababa. To get around the destination in Aksum, you don’t need transportation as all the destinations are near by to each other.
Gondar is one of the cities having huge collection of palaces. It is named as Ethiopian Camelot, the whole complex consisting castles. If you are willing to spend fifty Birr, you will get a guide and tour to the all castles in that place. Few famous castles are; Fasilides Castle, Iyasu Palace, Mentwabs Palace, Debre Birhan Selassie Church, etc, to name.
Lalibela city is the pilgrimage site for many people. There are around eleven churches made during Lalibela reign. The churches mostly are famous around the world for its Monolithic characteristic. The churches are open from 9am to 5
in the evening.
Bahir Dar:
The place exhibit smaller version of Niagara Falls but the view is mind-blowing.
Just thirty five kilometers away from the Bahir Dar is Blue Nile River. Using water of Blue Nile River, this small fall is made and has become attraction of the city.
Except discovering the ancient Ethiopia, there are lots of things to do:
Safari:
There are around fourteen wildlife parks which offer safari through the jungle by jeep or the safari is also possible by the mule and one guide.
The hikers as well as rock climbers will have lot of fun in this regions; Simien Mountain national park moorland of the Bale Plateau and countryside of Lalibela, provide great view and 
diverse wildlife to experience with adventurous sport.
The hotels are available everywhere but good hotels can be found in north than in south. The larger towns’ hotels prices are fairly low enough than in the main centers. At some place you put your camp or caravan but you have take permission from the locals first. And it would be good if you carry your own traveling equipments as there are no places where you will get equipment for camping.
Ethiopia has a main airport known as Bole International in Addis Ababa which has international flights like Lufthansa, Sudan Airways, Kenya Airways, British Airways, KLM, Turkish Airways and Emirates.
Railways are not fast and comfortable to travel between Addis Ababa and Djibouti. The important stations are Addis Ababa, Debre Ziet, Nazareth/Adama, Dire Dawa and Djibouti.
By road:
You can come here from Sudan via Metena village and another way from Kenya is via Moyale, it’s the border town. The road from Kenya to Ethiopia is better than Sudan to Ethiopia. But the road from Kenya is known to be banditry so be careful while coming from there.
Lots of people visit Ethiopia – or expect to do so one day – because of the significant manner in which very old historical customs have been preserved. And, indeed, the formal procedures and custom of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church open a windowpane of the authentic world of the Old Testament. In no other country is it likely to find so considerably transported back in time or to join with such freedom in the sanctified ceremony of an archaic faith.
Caution:
Journey to the Eritrean boundary area should be avoided. The border itself is permanently blocked. The Somali, Kenyan and Sudanese boundaries are very unsafe, and any travel by highway across these frontiers should be re-evaluated. Please first investigate for any government warnings.
