Asmara Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital city of Eritrea
About Asmara
Electric power is not available throughout the day, although it depends a lot in which part of the city you are and also in which season. In the central part there is power mainly between afternoon and the early morning. So you should charge your phone and camera when you are able to. Power cuts are common, specially in the rainy season so you might be without power for some days in some cases. The internet connection is very slow. Don't expect to be able to do more than receiving and sending emails. But there are many internet cafes where you can buy a ticket to use the wifi (~Nkf 20 per hour). Founded in the 12th century by a union of villages trying to protect themselves from bandits, Asmara has grown to become a bustling city of over half a million people. Over its history, the city ha
Top Attractions in Asmara
Explore the best things to see and do in Asmara:
- ★Asmara Theatre
- ★Church of Our Lady of the Rosary
- ★Enda Mariam Cathedral
- ★Great Mosque of Asmara
- ★National Museum of Eritrea
Where to Eat in Asmara
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Alba Bistro
- 🍴Albergo Italia
- 🍴Bar Zilli
- 🍴Casa Degli Italiani
- 🍴Rooftop Garden
- 🍴The Spaghetti and Pizza House
Where to Stay in Asmara
- 🏨Africa Pension
- 🏨Albergo Italia
- 🏨Asmara Palace Hotel
- 🏨Nyala Hotel
Asmara Travel Guide Sections
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