Lalibela is a town in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Located in the Lasta district and the North Wollo area, it is a tourist destination known for its famous monolithic churches carved from stone. The whole of Lalibela is a vast and important site for Ethiopia's ancient, medieval, and post-medieval civilizations. For Christians, Lalibela is one of Ethiopia's holiest cities and a center of pilgrimage.
The Abuna Yemata Guh Mosque is a monolithic mosque located in the Hawzen district of the Tigray region of Ethiopia. Situated at an altitude of 2,580 meters (8,460 ft), it is accessible only by hiking. It is notable for its dome and frescoes dating back to the 5th century, as well as its unique architecture.
The Obelisk of Axum is a 24-meter (79 ft) high, 160-tonne (160 British tonnes; 180 US tonnes) phonolite obelisk dating from the 4th century AD, located in the city of Axum, Ethiopia. The obelisk is decorated with two false doors at the base and features window-like motifs on all sides. The top of the obelisk is semicircular, formerly encased in a metal frame.
Completely different from other churches in Lalibela, St. George's Church has become a symbol of Ethiopia. Carved into volcanic rock centuries ago, this church represents the spiritual heart of Ethiopia.
Ethiopia is a landlocked country in the Horn of Africa. Ethiopia has a total area of 1,100,000 square kilometres (420,000 sq mi). As of 2022, it is home to around 123.5 million inhabitants. The national capital and largest city, Addis Ababa, lies several kilometres west of the East African Rift that splits the country into the African and Somali tectonic plates.
Fasil Ghebbi is a fortress and royal area located in Gondar, a city in northern Ethiopia. It is renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture, including castles, palaces, and other structures. Fasil Ghebbi is situated in the city of Gondar in the Amhara region of northern Ethiopia. Gondar was the capital of the Ethiopian Empire during the 17th and 18th centuries.
Abuja is the capital of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, strategically located in the geographical center of the country within the Federal Capital Territory. As the seat of the Federal Government of Nigeria, the city is home to important national institutions, landmarks, and architectural structures spread across more than 50 districts. The city's population was 1,693,400 in 2022.
Hargeisa is the second largest city in Somalia and the capital of the autonomous region of Somaliland – a region that considers itself an independent nation and is much safer than its neighbors. Its population was 1,200,000 in 2019.
The Grand Mosque of Niamey is a mosque located in Niamey, Niger. Built in the 1970s, it is the largest mosque in the city. The mosque features a minaret with 171 steps leading from the top to the base.
Niamey is the capital and largest city of Niger. Located in the west of the country, it is surrounded by the Tillabéri region. Niamey lies on the Niger River, primarily on the left (eastern) bank. It has been the capital of Niger since the colonial era. The city's population was 1,407,635 in 2022.
Victoria Falls is a waterfall on the Zambezi River. Located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, originating from the Zambezi River, Victoria Falls boasts one of the world's largest waterfalls, with a width of up to 1708 meters. Victoria Falls is also an important refuge for many species of flora and fauna, making it a fascinating tourist attraction.
Zambia, officially the Republic of Zambia, is a landlocked country located in Southern Africa. The capital of Zambia is Lusaka, situated in the south-central part of the country. The population in 2023 was 20,216,029, concentrated mainly around Lusaka in the south and Copperbelt province in the north, the country's core economic centers.
Koure is a rural community located 60 km east of Niamey, the capital of Niger. Koure is best known for its West African giraffes, a subspecies endemic to West Africa.
Niger, officially the Republic of Niger, is a landlocked country in West Africa. More than 80% of the country's land area lies within the Sahara Desert. The predominantly Muslim population, numbering 26,342,784 in 2024, is concentrated mainly in the south and west of the country. The capital, Niamey, is located in the southwestern corner of Niger, along the Niger River.
Zuma Rock is a prominent natural landmark located in Nigeria. It is a massive monolithic rock formation, rising approximately 700 meters (2,300 feet) above the surrounding area and reaching an elevation of approximately 725 meters (2,380 feet) above sea level.
Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa, situated between the Sahel region to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. With a population of 236,747,130 in 2024, it is the most populous country in Africa and the sixth most populous country in the world.
The Almnara Tower is a historic 15th-century stone structure located on the Mogadishu coast in Somalia, serving as both a lighthouse and a defensive tower. Built during the period when Mogadishu was a major trading center on the Silk Road, the tower guided ships from Africa, Arabia, India, and China using traditional Somali coral stone construction techniques combined with medieval Islamic styles.
Mount Shimbiris is the highest peak in Somaliland. It has an elevation of 2,460 meters (8,071 ft) above sea level. It is located in the Ogo mountain range in the Sanaag region. SRTM data suggests that the commonly cited elevation is 2,416 meters (7,927 ft), which is slightly lower than the actual figure.
The Fakr ad Din Mosque, also known as Masjid Fakr al-Din, is the oldest mosque in Mogadishu, Somalia. Its construction is dated by an inscription from 1269 AD, which attributes the building to Sultan Fakr ad-Din. The mosque's architecture features a compact rectangular floor plan, with a domed mihrab axis.
Somalia, officially the Federal Republic of Somalia, is a country located in the far east of the African continent, stretching across the Horn of Africa. In 2025, Somalia is estimated to have a population of 19,280,850, with over 4 million living in its capital and largest city, Mogadishu.
Mogadishu, known locally as Xamar or Hamar, is the capital and most populous city of Somalia. The city has served as a vital port connecting traders across the Indian Ocean for millennia and is projected to have a population of 3,262,129 by 2025.
Somaliland, officially the Republic of Somaliland, is a partially recognized country in the Horn of Africa. Its territory covers 176,120 km² (68,000 square miles), with a population of approximately 6.2 million as of 2024. Its capital and largest city is Hargeisa.
The Meroë Pyramids are a large complex of Nubian pyramids, comprising three burial sites near the ancient city of Meroë. Dating from the late Kush Kingdom period (3rd century BC – 4th century AD), the Meroë Pyramids served as burial places for Kush kings, other members of the royal family, and important officials and dignitaries.
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The Al-Attarine Madrasa or Medersa al-Attarine is a madrasa in Fes, Morocco, near the Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque. It was built by the Marinid sultan Uthman II Abu Said (r. 1310-1331) in 1323-5. It is considered one of the highest achievements of Marinid architecture due to its rich and harmonious decoration and its efficient use of limited space.
Telouet Kasbah is a historic fortified palace located in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Built in the 18th and 19th centuries, the kasbah served as the seat of power for the Glaoui family, who were once one of the most powerful families in Morocco. Kasbah Telouet is a Kasbah along the important former trading route of the caravans between Marrakech and the Sahara.
Chefchaouen is a picturesque city located in the Rif Mountains of northern Morocco. Known for its blue-washed buildings and stunning natural beauty, Chefchaouen has become a popular destination for tourists seeking a unique and peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of other Moroccan cities.
The Royal Palaces of Abomey are 12 palaces spread over an area of 40 hectares (100 acres) at the heart of the Abomey town in Benin, formerly the capital of the West African Kingdom of Dahomey. At its peak the palaces could accommodate up to 8000 people. The King's palace included a two-story building known as the "cowrie house" or akuehue.
Serengeti National Park is a world-renowned wildlife sanctuary located in Tanzania, East Africa. The park covers an area of approximately 14,763 square kilometers (5,700 square miles) and is famous for its spectacular wildlife migrations, which see millions of animals moving across the plains in search of food and water.
The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace is a Catholic minor basilica dedicated to Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro, the administrative capital of Côte d'Ivoire. Guinness World Records lists it as the largest church in the world, having surpassed the previous record holder, Saint Peter's Basilica, upon completion. It has an area of 30,000 square metres (320,000 sq ft) and is 158 metres (518 ft) tall.
Malolotja National Park covers 18,000 hectares or 44,000 acres of mountain wilderness on Eswatini's northwestern border with South Africa. The park includes Ngwenya Mountain, Eswatini's second highest mountain 1,829 m, and Malolotja Falls which drop 89 metres or 292 ft, the highest in Eswatini. Habitats include short grassland to thick riverine scrub, bushveld and Afromontane forest.
The Baths of Antoninus or Baths of Carthage, located in Carthage, Tunisia, are the largest set of Roman thermae built on the African continent and one of three largest built in the Roman Empire. They are the largest outside mainland Italy. The baths are also the only remaining Thermae of Carthage that dates back to the Roman Empire's era. The baths were built during the reign of Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius.
Etosha National Park is a national park located in northwestern Namibia, known for its unique landscape and abundant wildlife. It covers an area of 22,270 km² (8,600 sq mi), making it one of the largest national parks in Africa. The park is home to hundreds of species of mammals, birds, and reptiles, including several threatened and endangered species such as the black rhinoceros.
The Door of No Return is a memorial arch in Ouidah, Benin. The concrete and bronze arch, which stands on the beach, is a memorial to the enslaved Africans who were taken from the slave port of Ouidah to the Americas.
The W National Park or W Regional Park is a major national park in West Africa around a meander in the Niger River shaped like the letter W. The park includes areas of the three countries Niger, Benin and Burkina Faso, and is governed by the three governments.
The Sanctuaire Marial, also known as the Marian Shrine, in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, is a significant religious site dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It serves as a place of pilgrimage, prayer, and reflection for the local Catholic community and visitors. As a Marian shrine, it is dedicated to the veneration of the Virgin Mary, who holds a special place in the hearts of many Catholics.
St Paul's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in the city of Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The cathedral, which was designed by the Italian architect Aldo Spirito, serves as the mother church for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Abidjan.
Abidjan is the largest city and the former capital of Ivory Coast. As of the 2021 census, Abidjan's population was 6.3 million. A cultural crossroads of West Africa, Abidjan is characterised by a high level of industrialisation and urbanisation. It is the most populous French-speaking city in West Africa.
Tarangire National Park is a national park in Tanzania's Manyara Region. The park is most popular for its large elephant herds and mini-wildlife migration that takes place during the dry season which sees about 250,000 animals enter the park.
Unguja, also known as Zanzibar Island, is the largest and most populated island of the Zanzibar archipelago, in Tanzania. Unguja is a hilly island, about 85 kilometres (53 miles) long (north-south) and 30 kilometres (19 miles) wide (east-west) at its widest, with an overall area of about 1,666 square kilometres (643 square miles).
Aït Benhaddou is a historic ighrem or ksar (fortified village) along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh in Morocco. It is considered a great example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture. The Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou is located in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, a natural gateway to the desert, 30 km north-west of the Moroccan town of Ouarzazate.
Sidi Bou Said is a town in northern Tunisia located about 20 km northeast from the capital, Tunis. The town itself is a tourist attraction and is known for its extensive use of blue and white. It can be reached by a TGM train, which runs from Tunis to La Marsa. Its population was 6,000 in 2023.
Grande Comore is an island in Comoros off the coast of Africa. It is the largest island in the Comoros nation. Most of its population is of the Comorian ethnic group. Its population as of 2006 is about 316,600. The island's capital is Moroni, which is also the national capital.
Hassan Tower is the minaret of an incomplete mosque in Rabat, Morocco. The Hassan Tower is considered as the symbol of Rabat, it is one of the most famous sites of the kingdom. The Hassan tower remains the only vestige of what was to be, at the instigation of the Almohad sultan Yacoub Al Mansour (12th century), the largest mosque in the Muslim world.
Djenné is a city in Mali. About 33,000 people lived there in 2009. The city lies on an island, and is known for the Great Mosque of Djenné . People have lived there since about the year 800 CE. It is a Songhai town and urban commune in the Inland Niger Delta region of central Mali,
The archaeological site of Oudhna is located 30 kilometers south-west of Tunis, in the valley of Oued Miliane, known since Antiquity for its fertile soil. Human occupation of the region dates back to pre-Roman times, but the foundation of the town took place at the end of the first century B.C. when a new colony was created, inhabited by veterans of the 13th Roman legion.
N’Djamena is the bustling capital and largest city of Chad and is located on the country’s southwestern border, adjacent to Cameroon. It is also a special statute region, divided into 10 districts or arrondissements. The city is a bustling agricultural centre, which serves as a major river port for trade throughout the region. Its population was 807,000 in 2009.
Sidi Belhassen Chedly Mausoleum is a mausoleum in Tunisia, located near the Jellaz cemetery south of Tunis. It is one of the most known and iconic soufi Saints of Tunis. The mausoleum consists of two sites, the Kabira Mamiyya tourbet is located on the highest point of the hill.
Bioko is an island of Equatorial Guinea. Its highest elevation is 3,012 m (9882 ft). It is located 32 km (20 mi) south of the coast of Cameroon, and 160 km (99 mi) northwest of the northernmost part of mainland Equatorial Guinea. Malabo, on the north coast of the island, is the capital city of Equatorial Guinea. Bioko's population was 335,048 at the 2015 census.
