About Ethiopia: A Journey Through Time and Tradition [Video]

Ethiopia is situated in the northeastern region of Africa, often referred to as the Horn of Africa. Its strategic location near the Middle East and Europe, along with convenient access to key regional ports, significantly boosts its international trade capabilities. Ethiopia shares borders with Sudan to the west, Somalia and Djibouti to the east, Eritrea to the north, and Kenya to the south. Covering an area of 1,112,000 square kilometers (472,000 square miles), it is comparable in size to the combined territories of France and Spain, and is five times larger than the United Kingdom.

The Abyssinian highlands extend from the north and traverse the central part of the country. To the west of this mountain range, the terrain transitions into the grasslands of Sudan, while to the east, it descends into the arid landscapes of the Afar region. South of the capital, Addis Ababa, the geography is characterized by …