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Asmara is the capital of Eritrea on the east of Eritrea's highland plateau. Asmara consisted of a group of beautiful villages in the early times. The name Asmara comes from Arbaete Asmara that means, "the united four villages" in the Tigrinya language. The Italian government made it the capital later on. Hence the Italian colonial flavor is reflected on the architectural and cultural tradition of the country. Asmara is a well-structured city with palm fringed streets, residential complexes, official quarters, restaurants, shopping malls and cafeterias. Above all a pleasant climate all year round makes Asmara one of the alluring cities of Africa.
Tourist Attractions:
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The National Avenue is the most visited place of the city with interesting tourist spots like Government Administrative Center, the Asmara Theater, the Catholic Cathedral and the Town Hall. The National Museum was the former residence of the colonial rulers. It exhibits antique artifacts like the Adulis excavations. The Sembel archeological site offers a glimpse of the ancient Eritrean past. Other places of tourist attractions are the Al Khulafa Al Rashiudin Mosque, Nda Mariam Coptic Cathedral, Asmara Zoo, Mai Jahjah Fountain, President's office or Eritrea's White House and The Denden Club.
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Transportation:
Eritrean Airlines, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air Egypt operates flights through Asmara International Airport. Buses, minibuses and taxis are popular local transports.
Shopping:
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Medeber is an open-air market area selling typical Eritrean items like spice mixes, chili peppers etc. Colorful baskets and potteries, plastic sandals and household utensils are other common display items. Colorful fruit and vegetable markets, souvenirs and clothes are available on the Shuq district.
Hotels:
There are many hotels and restaurants in Asmara that provide comfortable accommodation. The hotels range from expensive to mid budgets.
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Getting Around:
Hotel Inter-Continental Asmara on the Warsaw Avenue is a grand hotel with luxurious amenities like conference halls, swimming pool, tennis court, gyms and restaurants.
The Keren Hotel, The Sunshine Hotel and The Embasoira Hotel are other chief hotels of Asmara.
For further information on Asmara flip through the pages of Allwonderscities.Com.
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