Addis Ababa is the Capital city of Ethiopia, is a city of contrast – new skyscrapers stand on dirt roads and international business conferences meet next to traditional markets where rural customs are preserved. The city is growing rapidly and tourism in Ethiopia is on the rise, but many travellers still see the capital as a mere stopover on the way to more remote areas of the country. The hectic city can be daunting, but “Addis”, as it is known to locals, is an exciting cultural hub with plenty to see and do – and Addis Mercato is a large open-air marketplace in the Addis Addis Ababa.
