Asmara

At the heart of Asmara stands a one-of-a-kind architecture. The cathedral is a beautiful jewel. It mixes Roman and Gothic styles. It represents the Italian colonial time. The cathedral was built in the 1920s. The Fiat Tagliero Building is an Art Deco masterworkIt is from the 1930s. It has a futuristic shape.
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At the heart of Asmara stands a one-of-a-kind architecture. The cathedral is a beautiful jewel. It mixes Roman and Gothic styles. It represents the Italian colonial time. The cathedral was built in the 1920s. The Fiat Tagliero Building is an Art Deco masterworkIt is from the 1930s. It has a futuristic shape.
The Opera House has Art Deco style too. The Opera House is a big cultural center.
In Asmara, the markets are overflowing with local treasures and popular energy. The Medeber market teems with ingenious artisans who recycle and sell all sorts of metal objects, furniture and typical handicrafts. The central market bubbles with energy, a veritable kaleidoscope of sights and scents.
110 km away, Massawa unveils its coastal charms. A port city tinged with Ottoman and Italian influences. Beaches like Gurgussum with their blond sand and translucent seas. A paradise for scuba diving! From Massawa, embark for the Dahlak Archipelago. An isolated haven with deserted beaches. A rich marine life and shipwrecks to explore.
To recharge, head to Liberty Park, a vast central green space ideal for relaxing and enjoying outdoor activities.
The Cinema Festival is an unmissable event in Asmara. It showcases local and global films.

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