Addis Ababa Meskel Square Celebration
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Best For: Culture seekers, short-stay travellers, photographers
Meskel is a UNESCO-listed festival celebrating the finding of the True Cross, held every September in Meskel Square, Addis Ababa. Thousands gather to watch the burning of a large decorated bonfire (Demera), accompanied by singing and dancing in colourful traditional dress. This short tour combines the festival with a taste of Addis Ababa’s best sights.
Trip Highlights
- The spectacular Demera bonfire lighting ceremony in Meskel Square
- Traditional Meskel daisies decorating the city
- Guided city tour of Addis Ababa's top museums and markets
- Warm, festive atmosphere shared with local families
