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Photo: sailko, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.Test your knowledge of Eritrea! Explore the stunning modernist architecture of its capital, its rich culinary traditions, incredible Red Sea islands, and ancient history.
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Injera is a staple sourdough flatbread made from teff flour, though sorghum is also used. It has a unique spongy texture and slightly sour taste, perfect for scooping up savory stews like tsebhi. Interestingly, the fermentation process gives it bubbles, often called "eyes," which are a sign of high quality.
Photo: Artem.G, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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The Mariam Dearit shrine in Keren is housed inside the trunk of an ancient, massive baobab tree. Local belief holds that the shrine has protective powers, and visitors often brew coffee under the tree's shade. During World War II, the tree shielded soldiers from heavy bombardment, leaving the statue inside untouched.
Photo: Voice of Clam, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain.
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The Eritrean Railway is a spectacular narrow-gauge line built during the Italian colonial era to connect the coastal heat of Massawa with the cool highlands of Asmara. It climbs over 2,300 meters through dramatic tunnels and bridges. Today, it is a beloved tourist attraction, operated using vintage steam engines.
Photo: Original photograph taken by User:Voice of Clam, edited by jjron - adjusted leve, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain.
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Massawa is a major port city that has been influenced by various empires over the centuries, including the Axumites, Ottomans, Italians, and British. Its old town features beautiful, coral-block buildings and narrow streets reflecting Ottoman and Italian colonial designs. It is also one of the hottest places on Earth.
Photo: Reinhard Dietrich, Wikimedia Commons, CC0.
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Zersenay Tadese made history for Eritrea by winning the bronze medal in the 10,000 meters at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens. He is also a five-time World Half Marathon champion and held the world record for the half marathon for eight years. His achievements inspired a generation of Eritrean athletes.
Photo: Erik van Leeuwen, Wikimedia Commons, GFDL.
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Tigrinya is spoken by over half of the Eritrean population and is written in the Ge'ez script, an ancient writing system also used in liturgical contexts. While Eritrea has no official language defined by the constitution, Tigrinya, Arabic, and English are the working languages of the government.
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The Eritrean Nakfa was introduced in 1997 and is named after the town of Nakfa, which served as a major stronghold during the Eritrean War of Independence. This choice of name holds deep symbolic value for the nation's sovereignty. The currency is divided into 100 cents.
Photo: Nicholas Gemini, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Mount Soira is the highest point in Eritrea, standing at 3,018 meters (9,902 feet) above sea level. It is located in the Debub (Southern) Region, on the edge of the Eritrean Highlands. A paved road gets you close, but reaching the actual summit requires a trek through rugged, scenic terrain.
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Adulis was an ancient port city on the Red Sea that played a critical role in trade between the Mediterranean, Africa, and India during the Aksumite Empire. Archaeologists have uncovered pottery, coins, and Roman-style structures there. Today, it remains one of the most important archaeological sites in the Horn of Africa.
Photo: David Stanley from Nanaimo, Canada, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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Asmara is famous for its remarkably preserved collection of modernist buildings built during the Italian colonial period. The city is often called "La Piccola Roma" (Little Rome) and features stunning cinemas, service stations, and cafes designed in the Art Deco, Futurist, and Rationalist styles.
Photo: Tigernssnowy7, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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