Historical Monasteries In Anseba Region Making Due Contribution In Development Of Tourism Sector

The ancient and historical monasteries as well as  mountains, rocks and other natural resources in Anseba region are making due contribution in the development of domestic tourism, according to  the local inhabitants.

Keren, 24 June 2010 – The ancient and historical monasteries as well as  mountains, rocks and other natural resources in Anseba region are making due contribution in the development of domestic tourism, according to  the local inhabitants.

In an interview with ERINA, they said that Dearit Monastery in Keren sub-zone, Tsaada-Emba Monastery in Hagaz sub-zone, Debresina Monastery in Elaberad sub-zone and Tinkulahas are some of the major tourist destinations in the region.

Furthermore, the inhabitants of Tsaada-Emba said that the historical monastery is believed to have been founded around the 15th century. They also stressed the need to preserve the historical monastery and bequeath its heritage to future generations.