Meqdela

Meqdela
Meqdela is a place were Emperor Tewodros II of Ethiopia committed suicide in 1868, after being defeated by the troops sent by Queen Victoria of United Kingdom. Besides its beautiful scenery, one can visit the Sebastopol cannon, the old church and his grave yard. This is one of the best places for both trekkers and for history studies.

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