#EXPLORE: Afar | Ethiopia
Afar, the land of Lucy the famous 3.2 million old Australopithecus is a place of wonder. Located in Ethiopia near the horn of Africa is one of the lowest and hottest places on Earth.
To reach the region we had to drive more than 7 hours thru desert and incredible landscapes. Once you reach Dallol, you feel you are in another planet. With an elevation of about 130 metres (430 ft) below sea level, is considered the hottest place on Earth with a daily average of 41 degrees Celsius (106 degrees F).
Around Dallol and the town of Berhale, you can enjoy views of the long camel caravans coming from the salt mines and the colorful sulfur fields.
Now that the peace has reached the border with Eritrea, the region is safer and has become more accessible.
Another interesting site to visit and hike is the crater of Erta Ale “The smoking Mountain” also known as “The Gate of Hell” where you can admire an incredible lava lake.
If you really want to experience a different Africa, definitively go to Ethiopia, you'll find lots of incredible spots such as Lalibela and Gondar.
Ethiopia has 9 UNESCO World Heritage sites... so go to explore and wonder yourself in this so called the Land of Origins!
