Massawa

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Introducing Massawa

Though only about 100km to the east of Asmara, Massawa could not be more different from the capital. Entering the old town, you could be forgiven for thinking you’re in Zanzibar or Yemen, and it’s pure joy to explore the alleyways and streets flanked by low whitewashed buildings, porticoes and arcades.

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Sadly, Massawa was all but flattened during the struggle for independence, and many visitors are shocked by the derelict state of a number of historical buildings. Restoration has started but the process is slow due to lack of funds.

Last updated: Mar 24, 2009

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    Re: Ethiopia or Eritrea?

    by shida91 28 March 2012

    Eritrea, “A Hidden Gem” and a land of “Three Seasons in Two Hours” is an excellent way to put it. For being such a small country there…
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    RE: Travel Restrictions in Eritrea

    by shida91 27 March 2012

    Travel restrictions in Eritrea have eased up a whole lot since January 2010. All you have to do is go to Harnet Avenue to the Ministry…
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    RE: Limited options in Eritrea?

    by shida91 23 March 2012

    The Tourism Service Center (Next to the Sweet Asmara Cafe on Harnet Avenue) or the Zoba Administration Offices are the appropriate places…

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