Gondar Piazza
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A city center laid out during the Italian occupation, home to Art Deco buildings, cafés and markets.
Piazza is a district planned during the Italian occupation from 1936 to 1941. It retains Art Deco-style buildings, including a post office, a cinema and hotels. Street cafés let you experience the Ethiopian coffee ceremony, and you can order macchiato and injera. The area sits right next to the Royal Enclosure and is the center of accommodation and dining for travelers. Nearby markets sell spices and handmade textiles. Travel in a group at night and keep an eye on your belongings. The security situation in Amhara Region is volatile, so check China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the latest safety advisories before you travel.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Fasil Ghebbi, Gondar
- Debre Berhan Selassie Church
- Fasilides' Bath
- Wolleka Falasha Village
- Kuskuam Palace
- Kossoye Viewpoint