This is a must see attraction some 25 kms from Adwa. It has a museum with a collection of relics and religious books.

Summary: Not worth a visit for the price you pay to go there! In a small village far from Axum (I think it was 45 km) this monastery as an attraction you come to specifically or on the way to Mekale. The compound is surrounded...More

Yeha is definitely worth a visit, especially if you have made it all the way to Axum. You cannot get a full view of the history of this area without Yeha, and the archeological work and treasures at Yeha are fantastic. Thanks especially to the...More

We were lucky enough to visit Yeha when some German & Italian archaeologists were working there and they told us so much about about the site that is still under excavation. Remarkably well cut stone, perfect jointing and plumb walls. A seven story house that...More

Drove off the main road and through a very busy village. It was market day so there were lots of people and animals about. We walked up some quite rocky terrain and steps to get to Yeha Temple which is supposed to be the oldest...More

Location - A small detour from the main road from Axum to Adigrat - about 15 minutes drive. Archeology - ancient temple with intact walls. Approximately 3500 years old - so the oldest building in the whole of Africa, bar Egyptian civilisation. Remarkably well cut...More

While the temple is under needed renovation to keep it intact, it is still worth visiting. There is a small museum on site that offers some interesting archaeological finds that you must visit. The monks will bring out books over 1000 years old for viewing.