Gondar, also spelled Gonder (Amharic: ጎንደር, Gonder[a] or Gondär; [b] formerly ጐንደር, Gʷandar or Gʷender), is a city and woreda in Ethiopia. Located in the North Gondar Zone of the Amhara Region, …

Apr 9, 2023 · Around the year 1636, the Emperor Fasilädäs settled at Gondar. Over the rest of his reign, Fasiladas constructed several churches, palaces, bridges in Gondar, creating the largest …

Gonder was the capital of Ethiopia from 1632 to 1855, and it has the remains of castles and palaces constructed by a series of emperors from Fasilides (reigned 1632–67) to Iyasu II (1730–55). The …

The former epicenter of the Ethiopian empire during the 17th and 18th centuries, the northern Ethiopian city of Gondar is adorned with medieval architectural masterpieces surrounded with gorgeous …

Jul 29, 2025 · Explore Gondar, Ethiopia’s royal castles, ancient churches, and scenic views with this guide to the top 8 must-see attractions.

Gondar, a city in northern Ethiopia, is known as the “Camelot of Africa” due to its medieval castles and churches. This former imperial capital served as Ethiopia ‘s power center for over two centuries, …

Dubbed the "Camelot of Africa," the city of Gondar was the capital of Ethiopia from 1636 until the mid-19th century. The city combines a modern feel with an architectural sensibility that harks back to the …

Dec 24, 2024 · Learn about all the Gondar (Gonder) in Ethiopia intriguing facts, ideal times to visit, locations to visit, must-do adventure activities, and top things to do.

Jan 11, 2026 · Discover 10 must-see attractions in Gondar, Ethiopia’s historic royal city. Explore Fasil Ghebbi, Simien Mountains, and more.

Gondar is a major tourist and business hub in North-West Ethiopia. Among many tourist attraction sites of Gondar, Fasiledes Castles within the city and the Semen National Park, located 120 Km to the …