Eastern Africa Collection (#31)

Decorated ceiling in Holy Trinity Cathedral, the largest Orthodox church in the country, built between 1935 and 1942, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Africa

Stained glass window depicting Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, Holy Trinity Cathedral, the largest Orthodox church in the country, built between 1935 and 1942, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Africa

Termite mound in southern Ethiopia, Ethiopia, Africa

Omo River, Lower Omo Valley, southern Ethiopia, Ethiopia, Africa

Lone tree in the landscape near the Omo river in southern Ethiopia, Ethiopia, Africa

The Christian Medehanyalem Church, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Africa

Portrait of a Karo tribesman with facial decoration in chalk imitating the spotted plumage of the guinea fowl, Lower Omo Valley, Ethiopia, Africa

The famous outlet of the Blue Nile into Lake Tana, local man carrying a tankwa (open-ended papyrus canoe), Lake Tana, Bahir Dar, Gondar region, Ethiopia, Africa

People walk for days to trade in this famous weekly market, Saturday market in Lalibela, Lalibela, Ethiopia, Africa

The Sunken Rock Hewn church of Bet Giyorgis (St George), Lalibela, Northern Ethiopia, Ethiopia, Africa

Ethiopian woman holding a red umbrella in a fertile green field of Eucalyptus trees and blooming yellow Meskel flowers, The Ethiopian Highlands, Ethiopia, Africa

Acacia tree and yellow Meskel flowers in bloom after the rains, Green fertile fields, Ethiopian Highlands near the Simien mountains and Gonder, Ethiopia, Africa

Dramatic waterfall near Sankaber, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Simien Mountains National Park, The Ethiopian Highlands, Ethiopia, Africa

View looking towards the Nortern Escarpment near Sankaber, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia, Africa

Man walking along the road during the rainy season wearing green boots and holding an umbrella, The Ethiopian Highlands, Ethiopia, Africa

Fertile countryside and yellow Meskel flowers after the rains, Lush, The Ethiopian Highlands, Ethiopia, Africa

Fasiladas Palace, The Royal Enclosure, Gonder, Ethiopia, Nortern Ethiopia, Africa

Typical street scene in Gonder, Gonder, Gonder region, Ethiopia, Africa

Typical street scene, Gonder, Gonder region, Ethiopia, Africa

Trinity of the Mount of Light, UNESCO World Hetitage Site, Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Gonder, Ethiopia, Africa

Tis Isat Falls on the Blue Nile, Ethiopia, Africa

Rock-cut Christian church, Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

The Blue Nile coming out of Lake Tana, Bahardar, Ethiopia, Africa

St. George and Dragon, Uran Kidane Meherate church, Zege Peninsula, Lake Tana, Ethiopia, Africa

King Fasiudas Castle, Gondar, Ethiopia, Africa

Daily life in the coastal town of Massawa, Eritrea, Africa

Ottoman architecture visible in the coastal town of Massawa, Eritrea, Africa

View of the harbour from the Kilimanjaro Hotel on Kivukoni front, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Flamingoes, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Typical white washed Arab buildings in the town market, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

The Old Towns arab influenced waterfront, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Africa

Lion (Panthera leo) walking towards camera, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Vervet monkey with infant (Ceropithecus aethiops), Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Sunset behind baobab tree, Tarangire National Park, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Olive baboon female and infant (Papio cynocephalus anubis), Tarangire National Park, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Seaweed drying in the sun, Uroa beach, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Bridge leading to a bar on the water, Kiwengwa beach, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Dry tree log on Pingwe beach, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Zanzibari boys playing on Pingwe beach, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Matemwe beach, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Man sailing a fishing boat on the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Palm tree, Kiwengwa beach, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Man and woman working in seaweed cultivation, Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Balcony overlooking Indian Ocean, Nungwi beach, island of Zanzibar, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

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Eastern Africa is a captivating region that boasts a rich cultural heritage and breathtaking natural wonders. Journey back in time as you marvel at the intricate Early 12th Century Frescoes in Bet Maryam, St. Marys Church, Lalibela, where artistry meets spirituality. Look up and be mesmerized by the famous painting on the ceiling of the winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs, showcasing ethereal beauty. Witness nature's grandeur as you bask in the golden hues of Sunrise at Mount Kilimanjaro, an iconic sight that will leave you awe-inspired. Embark on a thrilling Land Rover safari through Masai Mara National Reserve and catch a glimpse of the majestic Cheetah gracefully perched atop your vehicle. Delve into the fascinating world of insects as you observe a determined Dung beetle pushing its precious ball of dung with unwavering determination. Admire the exquisite Arab style Lamu door, an architectural masterpiece that reflects Eastern Africa's historical connections with Arabian influences. Immerse yourself in local traditions during the vibrant Procession for Christian festival of Rameaux in Axoum (Axum), Tigre region, where faith intertwines with celebration. Experience true Ethiopian hospitality as coffee is poured during a traditional coffee ceremony - an aromatic ritual that brings people together. Indulge your senses at Bati's bustling weekly market - Northern Highlands' largest outside Addis Ababa - where colorful stalls overflow with vibrant produce and lively chatter fills the air. Brace yourself for Mother Nature's fury as a sandstorm ominously approaches Teseney town near Sudanese border in Eritrea - reminding us of her raw power. In Serengeti National Park, witness an extraordinary bond between generations as an adult male lion warmly greets his son –a heartwarming display of familial connection amidst untamed wilderness.