fasil Ghebbi
Old Ethiopian emperors resided in the fortress city of Fasil Ghebbi. It is a world heritage site protected by UNESCO. It is located in the Amhara National Regional State, in North Gondar Administrative Zone of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. Between the thirteenth and seventeenth centuries, where the royal camps where located were non consistent. It frequently changed locations. Finally, in 1636, King Fasil settled in Gondar and established it as a permanent capital. Before it led to it's demise in the eighteenth century, the royal court had developed from a camp into a fortified compound called Fasil Ghebbi, consisting of six major building complexes and other necessary institutions. It is surrounded by 900 meters long wall and consists of twelve entrances and three bridges. The tourists of Ethiopia Express will be able to explore the baroque castles, elaborate cathedrals, ancient monasteries, etc in the abandoned fortress city.
In this city, tourists will be able to experience the breath of authenticity and history that resides in Fasil Ghebbi. In addition to that, Fasil Ghebbi was the center of Ethiopian government until 1864. The structure of Ethiopian government is a federal parliamentary republic, which means the Prime Minister is the head of the government. In 1995, Ethiopia established the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE). The federal government is responsible for national defense, relationship with foreign countries, and the general policy of common interests and benefits. It is structured along the lines of a bicameral parliament with two councils. There are the People’s Representatives and the federal council. The People’s Representatives are of higher authority than the federal council. The federal council represents the common interests of nations, nationalities, and the people. Both councils are elected by universal suffrage for a five year term. In Fasil Ghebbi, you can witness history and replay it like no other. This place is one of the most popular and famous attractions of Ethiopia. We guarantee that you will not regret coming to this place. You can really feel and breathe in the era and historical events happening in Fasil Ghebbi. Feel the history of Ethiopia in the seventeenth century.
In this city, tourists will be able to experience the breath of authenticity and history that resides in Fasil Ghebbi. In addition to that, Fasil Ghebbi was the center of Ethiopian government until 1864. The structure of Ethiopian government is a federal parliamentary republic, which means the Prime Minister is the head of the government. In 1995, Ethiopia established the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE). The federal government is responsible for national defense, relationship with foreign countries, and the general policy of common interests and benefits. It is structured along the lines of a bicameral parliament with two councils. There are the People’s Representatives and the federal council. The People’s Representatives are of higher authority than the federal council. The federal council represents the common interests of nations, nationalities, and the people. Both councils are elected by universal suffrage for a five year term. In Fasil Ghebbi, you can witness history and replay it like no other. This place is one of the most popular and famous attractions of Ethiopia. We guarantee that you will not regret coming to this place. You can really feel and breathe in the era and historical events happening in Fasil Ghebbi. Feel the history of Ethiopia in the seventeenth century.
This video includes a slide of pictures of the castles and palaces in Gondar. You will be able to see a little sneak peek of the whole entire place. |
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