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Massawa is made up of 2 islands Massawa and Taulud, plus the mainland which is mostly residential. Massawa Island is the best place to walk around and see interesting and charming architecture.
In the side streets opposite the harbour you will find a 17th century coral block house. Coral was once the traditional building material for Massawa houses. There are also Ottoman style houses as well as several old covered markets.
Written Aug 28, 2007
Address: Massawa Island
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Once you leave the main waterfront and the main street, you will find lots of sadly dilapidated buildings that would deserve to be rescued. Still, it is fascinating to do some exploring, and you come across unexpected gems like these traditional wooden balconies every now and then.
Written Mar 28, 2005
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The old port on Massawa Island is still busy with cargo traffic. It is also lined with old houses that have been restored to a decent condition. This is likely to be the first thing you see as you approach Massawa Island.
Written Mar 28, 2005
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Talaud Island has little of interest apart from its hotels, but you will have to pass through it anyway. This war monument welcoming you as you cross the causeway from the mainland is about the most interesting thing I saw on Talaud.
Written Mar 28, 2005
Written Nov 7, 2006
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This is the main throughfare on Massawa Island. It is quite lively with lots of stores and bars/restaurants, and the old buildings here are in better condition than in much of the old town.
Written Mar 28, 2005
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This is the main throughfare on Massawa Island. It is quite lively with lots of stores and bars/restaurants, and the old buildings here are in better condition...
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Massawa: Eritrea's Historic Red Sea Port
Massawa has a completely different feel from other towns in Eritrea. This port town is split in three distinct parts. The sprawling new part on the mainland is of little interest. Across a causeway is...
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Massawa was known as The Peal of The Red Sea, a once beautiful City. It was dessimated by Ethiopia during the war but rebuilding has started, and much is being done to preserve the style of the...
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A poor city with a lot of heart and much to offer
As you walk through the streets of massawa you can still see war damage on many buildings, damage left behind from their strugle to independence. And yet there was a sence of peacefulness as we walked...
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