Ethiopia is an evocative land of contrasts. Its natural beauty ranges from the majestic Simien Mountains to the vast Blue Nile Falls and from the tranquility of Lake Tana to the parched, salt-encrusted volcanic craters of the Danakil Depressions. Budget travellers will enjoy the affordable accommodations and eateries. Coffee lovers are in for a treat. In Ethiopia, the coffee ceremony is a point of national pride. Ethiopia - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Addis Ababa - Lalibela - Bahar Dar - Gondar - Simien Mountains National Park - Axum - Oromia Region & Sof Omar Caves - Omo Valley - Harar - Danakil Depression - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places to Stay - Afro Land Lodge - Red Rock Lalibela Hotel - Homland Hotel - Kereyu Hill Resort - Atse Kaleb Hotel - Places to Eat - Yod Abyssinia - Gusto Restaurant - Ben Abeba Restaurant - Lake Shore Restaurant - Habesha Kitfo - Places to Shop - Sabahar - Buying Coffee in Addis Ababa - Merkato - Salem's Ethiopia - Haileselassie Alemayehu.