Addis Ababa is the capital of Ethiopia and the political and commercial heart of the country. Addis Ababa has a population of four million people and was founded by Emperor Menelik in 1887. Addis Ababa is situated near Mount Entoto 2200 m above sea level and the city centre is eight km from Bole International airport. The modern buildings and wide open boulevards are in total contrast to the historical churches, palaces and monuments.

Addis Ababa plays host to many international organisations,...