Ethiopian Culture

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I Sunamawit Yimer was born and raised in Addis Ababa Ethiopia until I was 9 years old. I chose to do Ethiopian culture because I don't know as much about my culture. Doing this project will help me understand it better. Ethiopia is a landlocked country located in Eastern Africa. It is widely believed that human existence started there since many traces of humanity have been found yonder. So was coffee. Its home to mankind and mankind's favorite drink. Ethiopia is a very populous nation with over 102.4 million residents. It is approximately 1,104,300 sq km. Nine times smaller than the United States! Ethiopia is one of only two countries in the world that have never been occupied. (The other one is Russia, in case thou are wondering). It managed…show more content…
It's drunk in a unique and traditional way known as "coffee ceremony". An invitation to attend a coffee ceremony is viewed as a mark of friendship or respect and is an excellent example of Ethiopian hospitality. Don't be in a hurry though because this special ceremony does take a few hours. During this ceremony people usually discuss politics, life and about whom is what. It's quite impolite to leave until you have consumed at least three cups. This ceremony usually takes place at least 3 times a day (morning, noon,…show more content…
The Ethiopian Calendar has 12 months of 30 days and a short month of 5 or 6 days depending on if it's a leap year or not. Which leads to 13 national Holidays each year! Majority of them are based on religion. To begin with, Genna is an Ethiopian Christmas celebrated on 7th January. An entertaining festival Genna is marked by racing, fold dancing and a game know as genna (similar to hockey). Next, Timkat is an Ethiopian Orthodox celebration. Additionally, Fascia after Fasting is a holiday that is celebrated with feasting. Moreover, Meskel is the annual religious holiday of the finding of the True Cross, used to crucify Jesus Christ. This festival is celebrated by the neighborhood gathering at a spot. Its organized with food plus music and drinks. Also, chubo is lit. On this holiday young guys go from house to house to sing "hoyaahoyee". The song is more aggressive and talks about country pride. Lastly, New Years in Ethiopia comes with many traditions. First, on the morning of this day, people dress in their fanciest kemise. They then start serving the food they have been preparing for at least 3 days before the celebration. Children usually girls wearing their decorated habesha kemise (Halloween costume comparable) similar to customs of Halloween go from homes to homes for treats. But unlike "trick or treating" they sing a song. The song is mainly about a wonderful new year and summer. After being given
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