Obelisk of Axum, Axum

Name: Obelisk of Axum
Address: Axum, Ethiopia

#4 among attractions in Axum

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The Obelisk of Axum is a 4th-century CE, 24-metre tall phonolite stele, weighing 160 tonnes, in the city of Axum in Ethiopia. It is ornamented with two false doors at the base and features decorations resembling windows on all sides. The obelisk ends in a semi-circular top, which used to be enclosed by metal frames. ()

Local name: የአክሱም ሐውልት Height: 79 ftCoordinates: 14°7'56"N, 38°43'11"E

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Obelisk of Axum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion, Dungur, Ezana Stone, King Ezana's Stele.

~990 ftS
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion, Axum
5 min walk • The Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion is a revered sanctuary situated in the ancient city of Axum, Ethiopia. This sacred site is steeped in religious significance and is believed by many adherents of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church to house the Biblical Ark of the...
1 miSW
Ruins, Historical place, Archaeological site
Dungur, Axum
25 min walk • In the shadow of the ancient city of Axum, Ethiopia, lies the enigmatic archaeological site known as Dungur. Often referred to as the "Queen of Sheba's Palace," Dungur is a testament to the grandeur of the Axumite Kingdom, which once held sway over the Horn of Africa...
0.7 miSE
Stela
Ezana Stone, Axum
17 min walk • The Ezana Stone, nestled in the ancient city of Axum in Ethiopia, stands as a testament to the rich history of the Axumite Kingdom. This significant stela, inscribed in the 4th century AD, is a crucial artifact for understanding the cultural and linguistic heritage of...
~80 ftSW
Obelisk
King Ezana's Stele, Axum
1 min walk • King Ezana's Stele is an obelisk in the ancient city of Axum, in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia. The monument stands in the middle of the Northern Stelae Park, which contains hundreds of smaller and less decorated stelae.

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Which popular attractions are close to Obelisk of Axum?

Nearby attractions include King Ezana's Stele, Axum (1 min walk), Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion, Axum (5 min walk), Ezana Stone, Axum (17 min walk).

Obelisk of Axum, Axum

Facts and practical information

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Obelisk of Axum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion, Axum

Dungur, Axum

Ezana Stone, Axum

King Ezana's Stele, Axum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Obelisk of Axum?