Travel to Addis Ababa remains incomplete without visiting the attractions in and around the Ethiopian city. Lake Tana is the largest lake of Ethiopia. The Blue Nile originates from this lake in Ethiopia. The lake is at a distance of 275 kilometers from the city center. Excursions from Addis Ababa to Lake Tana are conducted for the tourists. Sailing on Lake Tana can be a wonderful experience during the summer season. The Marine Transport Authority provides boats for hire. The authority is based in Bahir Dar.
Lakeside Attractions
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The Tana Lake is surrounded with 37 islands. The islands are home to many monasteries and churches dating back to the 13th century. The islands, which are worth visiting during Lake Tana Tour, are Birgida Mariam, Dek, Kebran, Debre Maryam, Dega Estefanous, Narga, Mitsele Fasiledes and Tana Cherkos 9. Most of the monasteries are open only to men. The Kebran Gabriel is open only to male tourists from Bahir Dar. Another monastery is the Dega Estephanos, which is reached by steep and winding path. Narga Selassie and Ura Kidane Mehret are the two religious houses located on the banks of Lake Tana. The interesting birdlife along the lake attracts a good number of tourists.
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