Ethiopia

Formal Name: Ethiopia

Capital: Addis Ababa

Other Major Cities:

Population: 55.1 million

Life Expectancy: 46 male, 48 female

Religion: Muslim 43%, Ethiopian orthodox 37%, Indigenous Beliefs 17%

Government:

Language(s): Amharic

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Currency: Ethiopian birr

Per Capita: (US$) $120

20th Century Recap:

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Must see sights/landmarks: Rock-hewn Churches, Lalibela )

Simien National Park )

Fasil Ghebbi, Gondar Region

Lower Valley of the Awash

Tiya

Aksum

Lower Valley of the Omo

Useful Websites:

• ethiopianembassy.org
• Fistula Hospital in Addis Ababa