- Gondar - Wikipedia
Gondar, also spelled Gonder (Amharic: ጎንደር, Gonder[a] or Gondär; [b] formerly ጐንደር, Gʷandar or Gʷender), is a city and woreda in Ethiopia Located in the North Gondar Zone of the Amhara Region, Gondar is north of Lake Tana on the Lesser Angereb River and southwest of the Simien Mountains
- The complete history of Gondar: Africas city of castles (1636-1900)
Around the year 1636, the Emperor Fasilädäs settled at Gondar Over the rest of his reign, Fasiladas constructed several churches, palaces, bridges in Gondar, creating the largest concentration of monuments in Ethiopia since the establishment of Lalibela
- Gonder | Ethiopia, Map, History, Population | Britannica
Gonder was the capital of Ethiopia from 1632 to 1855, and it has the remains of castles and palaces constructed by a series of emperors from Fasilides (reigned 1632–67) to Iyasu II (1730–55) The ruins of these structures stand within a walled imperial enclosure
- Exploring Gondar, Ethiopia: Fasil Ghebbi, the Simien Mountains, and Beyond
The former epicenter of the Ethiopian empire during the 17th and 18th centuries, the northern Ethiopian city of Gondar is adorned with medieval architectural masterpieces surrounded with gorgeous landscapes, making it an essential destination for travelers in search of an extraordinary experience
- The Castles of Gondar: Ethiopia’s Historical and Architectural Marvels
Gondar, once the flourishing capital of Ethiopia, holds a prominent place in Ethiopian history The city, established in the 17th century, served as the political, cultural, and economic hub of the country for many years
- Fascinating Facts About Gondar, Ethiopia - Away Africa
Gondar, a city in northern Ethiopia, is known as the “Camelot of Africa” due to its medieval castles and churches This former imperial capital served as Ethiopia ‘s power center for over two centuries, creating a legacy of cultural and architectural achievements
- Gondar - Visit Ethiopia
Dubbed the "Camelot of Africa," the city of Gondar was the capital of Ethiopia from 1636 until the mid-19th century The city combines a modern feel with an architectural sensibility that harks back to the Middle Ages
- Top 8 Things to See in Gondar, Ethiopia - Ethiopian Tour Association
Explore Gondar, Ethiopia’s royal castles, ancient churches, and scenic views with this guide to the top 8 must-see attractions
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