Journey through the fascinating history of Axum and discover the ancient monuments cultural achievements and remarkable legacy that made this civilization one of the most influential powers of its era ...

When people think about powerful ancient empires, they often imagine Rome, Greece, or Egypt. However, one of the strongest and most impressive kingdoms in the ancient world was located in East Africa.

Zeinab Badawi's History of Africa takes her to Eritrea and Aksum in neighbouring Ethiopia - home, according to local tradition, to the legendary Queen of Sheba and the sacred Ark of the Covenant. A ...

The outstanding BBC News History “Africa” series follows and draws on the UNESCO General History of Africa, with extensive interviews with African academics, witnesses, and stakeholders. In this ...

The city of Axum, in the Tigray Regional State with its magnificent obelisk overshadowing a city in need of direction and support, the historic city, despite its historical worth is still a hidden ...

Men walk in Lalibela Ethiopia and (below) the city of Gondar is famous for its palaces and castles like Fasil Ghebi, residence of the Ethiopian emperor Fasilidas and his successors during the 16th and ...