Adigrat

Adigrat is a city around 120 km north of Mekele. It's the capital of Tigray region in Northern Ethiopia.

Adigrat is a city in the Tigray Region of northern Ethiopia, close to the border with Eritrea. It is an important commercial and transport centre and has historically served as a link between northern Ethiopia and the Red Sea region. Adigrat lies in the Ethiopian highlands and is surrounded by rugged hills, valleys and agricultural areas. The city is an important centre for trade and services in eastern Tigray. The surrounding area is predominantly rural, with farming and livestock keeping providing livelihoods for many communities. The highland environment gives Adigrat a relatively cool climate compared with Ethiopia's lowland areas.

From Hawzien there are direct minibuses leaving from the Hawzien bus station (July 2019).

Taxis and minibuses are commonly used within the city. Walking is also practical in the central areas.

• Castle ruins. Two former castles, built during the 18th century Zemene Mesafint era, when Ethiopia was split up into small independent regions. (updated Sep 2020)
• 14.27933439.4658181 Cathedral of the Holy Saviour (በመንፈስ ቅዱስ በመድኃኒታችን ካቴድራል).  (updated Sep 2020)
• A local market, a bit east of Golgolta Medhanialem Church. The market runs every day.

Aksum - there are direct minibuses departing from the bus station, costing around 65 ETB (July 2019).

• Mekele — The capital and largest major city of Tigray.
• Axum — Historic city famous for its ancient monuments and religious heritage.
• Yeha — An important archaeological and historical site in northern Tigray.
• Eritrea — Lies directly north of the Tigray region.