The Entoto Mountains or Entoto Hills (Amharic: እንጦጦ) is a mountainous region in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. It lies immediately north of Addis Ababa, in the Ethiopian Highlands and central region of Ethiopia. A prominent peak at the top of the Entoto Mountains is Mount Entoto. It served as Menelik II 's capital before the founding of Addis Ababa.

Mount Entoto (Amharic: እንጦጦ) is the highest peak on the Entoto Mountains, which overlooks the city of Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia. It reaches 3,200 meters above sea level. It is a historical place where Emperor Menelik II resided and built his palace, when he came from Ankober and founded Addis Ababa.

Dec 11, 2018 · Entoto Natural Park towers high above the Capital and is a historical sanctuary. Nature from the Veiled Ancient Era.

There is Entoto hill so as to enjoy the top view of Addis Ababa City as well as the church of ST. marry and menelik palace. But you need to ride carefully and must be so strong with endurance, because it is long and uphill.

Perched on the highlands overlooking the capital city of Addis Ababa, Entoto offers visitors a glimpse into Ethiopia’s rich past, its vibrant culture, and stunning vistas that stretch as far as the eye can see.

Entoto, the highest peak overlooking the city of Addis Ababa, is part of the Entoto mountain chain, reaching 3,200 meters above sea level. It holds historical significance as the site where Menelik II resided and built his palace after moving from Ankober to establish Addis Ababa.

Entoto Natural Park (Amharic: እንጦጦ ፓርክ) is a natural park located northeast of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on the southeastern slopes of Mount Entoto, [1] [2] covering an area of 1,300 hectares. It is situated at an altitude of between 2,600 and 3,100 meters.

Oct 3, 2022 · Entoto Hills A steep climb (or car ride) up Mount Entoto is worth the time if only for the spectacular views over sprawling Addis Ababa unfolding from the top. On Sunday, the hilltop Maryam Church is open for mass (closed other days of the week), and the Entoto Maryam Museum showcases artefacts and personal belongings of Emperor Menelik, whose ...

Aug 12, 2019 · Entoto Natural Park is a unique place to discover the most breathtaking ancient mountain nature, with streams flowing from clear springs and waterfalls. Surprises are regular, with exciting places for relaxation and fantastic water activities.

The IPA is comprised of the extinct volcanic Entoto mountain chain and surrounding escarpments. The topology is characterised by undulating hills, mountainous terrain, the flat-topped plateau of Mount Entoto, and many streams and rivers that form steep gulleys.