2024

INYIE TAKELE CULTURAL HALL

Concert halls

The Azmari bet cabaret tradition that fascinates Addis Ababa actually originated in Gondar. This is the city's most popular and incandescent cabaret. Don't bother arriving before 9:30 p.m., there's nothing going on. Frequented by locals responding to Amhara singers, you'll witness music played on traditional instruments and impressive shoulder dances. A little frustrating not to understand the words, but a great time.

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