Aksum Stelae Field Axum, Ethiopia

Fascinating
The fascinating Axum stelae field, with a huge fallen stele in the foreground. Stefan Gara all photos →

Dating from around 300-500 AD, the famous Axum stelae probably predate the arrival of Christianity. Their purpose is almost certainly religious, but the details are not known for certain.

Location map of Aksum Stelae Field, Axum, Ethiopia. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Aksum Stelae Field, Axum, Ethiopia. Click to enlarge.

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Axum, Ethiopia
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Page Title
Aksum Stelae Field
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
September 29, 2023