Meskel Celabration in Ethiopia

Ethiopia, Meskel

Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate Meskel, the feast of the Cross, as they pray for peace

Thousands of Ethiopians were gathered on Addis Ababa's Meskel square Thursday (Sep. 26). The festival celebrates the cross upon which Jesus was crucified, according to the church beliefs, and its recovery by Saint Helena,

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Thousands gather in Ethiopia's capital to celebrate a religious festival. Many are thinking of peace

Thousands of Ethiopians gathered in the capital Thursday to celebrate an annual religious festival distinguished by the lighting of bonfires according to the beliefs of the local Orthodox Christian faithful.

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Ethiopian faithful celebrate Meskel as they pray for peace

Ethiopian Orthodox Christian faithfuls marching and singing during a religious festival known as "Meskel". Thousands of Ethiopians were gathered on Addis Ababa's Meskel square Thursday (Sep. 26). The festival celebrates the cross upon which Jesus was crucified,

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Ethiopia: Meskel Festival - Melting Pot of Diverse Communities, Attraction of Tourists

It is worth mentioning that Ethiopia is recognized for a diverse range of religious ceremonies celebrated in attention-grabbing way in various regions of the country. The celebration of Meskel (The ...

Ethiopia festival fires burn bright despite downpour

Thousands in Ethiopia's capital city defied a downpour to celebrate Meskel, the first big festival of the religious year. It ...

(Hello Africa) Tens of thousands celebrate Meskel festival in Ethiopia capital with traditional bonfire ceremony

Tens of thousands of people gathered Thursday in Addis Ababa the capital of Ethiopia to celebrate Meskel a major religious ...

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Ethiopia: Meskel Festival to Boost Tourism, Stimulate Dev't

Ethiopia is home to numerous cultural and spiritual heritages. It is the leading country in Africa through registering more than 10 heritages in UNESCO's prestigious world heritages list. And this ...

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Tourists Express Joyous Celebration of Demera, Urge Others to Visit Ethiopia

Tourists who witnessed the vibrant Demera celebration at Meskel Square in Addis Ababa said that they were captivated by the ...

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