Tigray Region facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tigray
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| Tigray Region | |||
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| Nickname(s):
The birthplace of Ethiopian civilization
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| Anthem: ዘይንድይቦ ጎቦ There are no mountains we would not climb |
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Map of Ethiopia showing Tigray
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| Country | Ethiopia | ||
| Capital | Mekelle | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 53,638 km2 (20,710 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 4,960,003 | ||
| • Density | 92.4718/km2 (239.5009/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) | ||
| ISO 3166 code | ET-TI | ||
| Website | http://www.tig-gpr.org | ||
The Tigray Region is a large area in northern Ethiopia. Its capital city is Mekelle. Tigray is home to several groups of people. These include the Tigrayan, Irob, and Kunama peoples.
Tigray is an important region for travel. It has one international airport, called Alula Aba Nega Airport. There are also four other airports for local flights. These are Shire Airport, Humera Airport, Dansha Airport, and Axum Atse Yohannes 4th Airport.
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Exploring Tigray's Landscape
Tigray is known for its amazing mountains. These tall peaks shape the land. They also create beautiful views across the region.
What are the Highest Mountains in Tigray?
- Ferrah Imba: This is the tallest mountain in Tigray. It stands 3,939 metres high. It is part of the Tsibet mountain range.
- Imba Alaje: This mountain reaches 3,438 metres. It is located in the Alaje area.
- Mugulat: Standing at 3,263 metres, Mugulat is another major peak. A special tunnel for walking, called the Siqurto foot tunnel, crosses one of its lower parts.
- Atsbi Horst: The high flat tops of Atsbi Horst are 3,057 metres tall.
- Imba Tsion: This mountain is 2,917 metres high.
- Ekli Imba: This peak is 2,799 metres tall. It is part of the Arebay mountain range.
- Imba Aradom: This mountain is 2,756 metres high.
- Soloda: At 2,436 metres, Soloda is part of the unique rock formations near Adwa.
- Imba Neway: This mountain reaches 2,388 metres.
How is Tigray Organized?
Like other parts of Ethiopia, Tigray is divided into smaller areas. These are called administrative zones. Each zone helps manage the region.
What are the Administrative Zones?
- Central Tigray
- East Tigray
- North West Tigray
- South Tigray
- South East Tigray
- West Tigray
- Mekelle: This is a special zone because it is the capital city.
Images for kids
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The King Ezana's Stela in Aksum, Tigray.
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Axum stele in Axum, Tigray.
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The palace of Emperor Yohannes IV in Mekelle. He was an emperor of the whole Ethiopian Empire.
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The Martyrs' Memorial in Mekelle.
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The Antalo Limestone cliff at Mishlam.
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A stream fed by water leaking from the Gereb Segen dam. Farmers use this water for their fields.
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People who believe in the Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion.
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The Gestet forest.
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Mountains of Lemalimo near Inda Selassie in western Tigray.
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Raya oxen working in the fields near Mekelle.
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Debre Damo monastery.
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Alula Aba Nega Mekelle Airport.
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See also
In Spanish: Región de Tigray para niños
