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Keren Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

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About Keren

The city grew after the establishment of the Eritrean Railway by the Italian colonial powers. It was an important stop beforeAsmara, from where the line would continue onto the coast atMassawa. Unfortunately, decades of warfare left the railway in disrepair and it has been largely dismantled. There are plans to eventually restore the line. After Eritrean Independence, Keren entered a transitional development stage. The government, hoping to improve the economic importance of the country's second-largest city, further developed its infrastructure and educational system. Keren experiences a semi-arid desert climate, with the hottest period being March until June and the coolest from October to February. Weather is sparse throughout the year, except the rainy season that stretches from mid-Ju

Top Attractions in Keren

Explore the best things to see and do in Keren:

  • Debre Sina Monastery
  • NakfaMountains
  • St. Michael's Cathedral

Where to Eat in Keren

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Injeera and kuluva

Keren Travel Guide Sections

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