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boltonian 383 reviews

Ethiopians are passionate about Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal.

If you start drunken conversations about the eveils of Man United, expect an angry reply.

Written Aug 2, 2008

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Fleas
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The carpets in the churches are meant to be flea ridden.

You have to take off shoes.

We had no flea problems, but to be sure, bring flea powder, or wear old socks then bin them afterwards.

Written Aug 2, 2008

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FLEAS!!!
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leonik 143 reviews

WARNING: Wear two or more layers of socks and apply LOTS of insect repellent... the carpets and rugs in the churches of Lalibela are FLEA/BEDBUG-INFESTED!!! I got a really BAD series of bites...

Written Sep 16, 2005

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Millions Of Flies
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Chasing flies away

Be prepared to be bothered by millions of nasty and annoying flies. The locals take a small branch of a pepper tree to get rid of them. It works not really well but it helps a little bit!

Written Aug 12, 2004

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