Old and new Harar
I spent two days wandering around Harar, enjoying its bustling atmosphere and unique culture. I quickly realised why I liked the city so much: I could walk around at leisure, … Continue reading
March 21, 2013 · 5 Comments
Harar and Rimbaud
Before Dire Dawa and the train line were built, Harar was a major trading centre on the Eastern route between the Red Sea and the Abyssinian high-plateau. It was and … Continue reading
March 12, 2013 · Leave a comment
French legacy in Dire Dawa
There’s nothing like a trip outside the city to lift up one’s spirit again. This time, we went East to Dire Dawa and Harar, the famed walled city, home of … Continue reading
March 7, 2013 · 2 Comments
