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Holy Trinity Cathedral

Tourist attraction Orthodox church

One of the Best Places To Visits in Addis Ababa


Address

2QJ8+8HV, Arat Kilo area, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Contact

+251 11 123 3518

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (347 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM

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  • 4/5 Lidya 1 year ago on Google • 102 reviews
    Super cool place to visit and learn Ethiopian real religion and culture. Foreigners will have to pay 300 ETB, it is free for Ethiopians. In this specific church you will see famous people's graveyard and one of my favorite was the former Prime minister Meles Zenawi's 🥰
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Funmi O. 4 years ago on Google • 51 reviews
    Haile Selassie and his wife are buried here so it is worth visiting for historical reasons. However, the most magnificent aspect of this visit was the intricate nature of the church and how stunning it is from floor to ceiling. There is also a replica of the ark of covenant and we were so blessed to have the priest open up the holy of holies curtain for us to see where the ark is housed. No one can see the actual ark but the priest. The smells were also incredible.
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Mayank G. 5 years ago on Google • 30 reviews
    It's got some interesting architecture and Emily Pankhurst is buried here. It's no better than other churches especially is Europe. On top of this when we visited we went in and were turned away since it was prayer time, hence didn't actually get to see anything. And yet were still expected to pay the frankly disgusting price of 200 per person which is steep even for the UK. Overall I wouldn't even recommend visiting unless you love architecture, are very religious or have nothing better to do.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Peter O. 3 years ago on Google • 299 reviews
    My visit to Ethiopia and Addis Ababa would not have been complete with out a visit to the Holy Trinity Cathedral if even only to see the final resting place of The Emperor Haile Selassie and wife Empress Menen final resting place. The tombs of the Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen Asfaw, as well as other members of the Imperial Family, are inside Holy Trinity Cathedral. Patriarchs, Abune Tekle Haimanot and Abune Paulos of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, are buried in the churchyard, as is the famous British suffragette and anti-fascist activist Sylvia Pankhurst. Prime Minister Meles Zenawi and other prominent Ethiopians are also buried there.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SNEHABALLAV S. 4 years ago on Google
    Very peaceful place
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Christopher M. 4 months ago on Google • 87 reviews
    Currently under repair and closed to the public but that does not stop you being pestered by would be guides and the like that insist on charging you entry fees for passing through the grounds. Go to the director's office and report them andvyou will be able to pass unhindered
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Littlest G. 3 years ago on Google • 24 reviews
    Absolutely amazing. Entry fee is 200 birr. The building is breath taking. The museum is amazing filled with wonderful treasures. The church contains the tomb of a King and Queen.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SeungKyu L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a church where the Emperor Celassi is sacked and the remains of 122 victims are enshrined according to the will to share the remains of those who participated in the Korean War. The emperor was also found dead under Ethiopia's communist sovereignty and was found under a wooden floor during the remodeling of his office. I am very grateful and grateful for the country, but it is heavy that I was persecuted in the communist world. It's hard to visit, but I think it's a must visit place for Koreans. Religiously, the stained glass inside is so beautiful. At that time, Ethiopia was a very rich country of $ 30,000 GMP, so we already ordered this splendid stained glass in Europe when we were devastated by the Korean War. However, it's too bad to see the current situation that has collapsed so badly because of communism. However, the veterans of the veteran who are proud of being treated by these hospitals and their families are completely free of charge and sponsored by various volunteer organizations. (Original) 셀라시에황제가 뭍혀있는 교회이자 한국전쟁에 참전했던 분들의 유해를 같이 뭍어달라는 유언에 따라 122명의 희생자의 유해가 모셔져 있는 곳이다. 황제 또한 에티오피아가 공산권이 되는 과정에 살해되어 유해도 찾지 못하다가 최근 집무실 리모델링 과정에서 나무바닥 아래에서 발견되어 황비와 함께 안치되었다. 참 고맙고 고마운 나라인데 공산권이 되면서 수많은 박해를 받았다는 것에 마음이 무겁다. 찾아가기 어려운 곳이지만 한국인이라면 반드시 방문해야할 장소라 생각한다. 종교적으로 보자면 내부에 장식된 스테인드글라스가 너무 아름답다. 우리가 한국전쟁으로 폐허가되었을 때 이미 유럽에 이 화려한 스테인드글라스를 주문할 정도로 그 당시 에티오피아는 GMP 3만불의 매우 부유한 국가였다. 하지만 공산권으로 인해 처참할 정도로 무너진 현 상황을 보자니 너무나도 안타깝다. 그래도 명성교회에서 운영하고 있는 한국병원에서 이 분들과 가족들을 전액 무료로 치료하고 있고 여러 봉사단체에서 후원을 하고 있어 자랑스럽다는 참전용사의 한마디가 더 가슴시리게 한다.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Victor B. 4 years ago on Google
    Pretty, but tourists will be charged an exorbitant fee to get in and take pictures. Don’t waste your time, Jesus didn’t die for this.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mulugeta W. 1 year ago on Google • 171 reviews
    The church build by the last Emperor of Ethiopia Haile Silassie. You will pay 300 birr entrance fee if you are not Ethiopian citizen. At the ticket office they will arrange you a guide who knows history of the church; you just need to Tip for the guide based on the service; unless it includes with entrance fees.

  • 4/5 Eyasu T. 3 years ago on Google
    The Cathedral is the resting place of the last Emperor of the more 3000 years old Solomonic dynasty.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abubakr Ali (. 4 years ago on Google
    A wonderful place, full of life and great trees and landescapes
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Richard L. 1 year ago on Google
    The good news is that, at the time of writing (April 2023) the cathedral is undergoing, a much-needed renovation to restore the artworks; for the visitor, the bad news is nothing is visible while the work is underway. But they still charge foreign visitors 300 birr and you will be badgered by guides of dubious quality. Wait until the work is complete to appreciate this lovely building.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 yid D. 1 year ago on Google • 24 reviews
    It's beautiful and historical church . Foreigner visitors will pay 300 birr . There us scammers who are saying they are a tour guide and take extra money .
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 にんたまや 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great Trinity Church (built in 1941) Holly Trinity Cathedral It is the oldest independent country in Africa and has a history of 3000 years. However, in 1936-1941, under Italian rule, he won the battle and regained it. It is this church that was built in commemoration. (Original) 三位一体大教会(1941年建立) ホリー トリニティ大聖堂 アフリカ最古の独立国で、3000年の歴史がある。しかし、1936~1941年はイタリアの統治下になっていたが、戦いに勝ち取り戻した。記念に建てたのが、この教会である。
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mical F. 5 years ago on Google
    It's one of the oldest orthodx church in addis.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Kevin K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) historied (Original) historied
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Esubalew C. 2 years ago on Google
    It is difficult to say that this great church is the only place of worship. Rather, it is a wonderful place where religion, history, and wisdom are mixed. The architecture of the church is amazing. Even the cemeteries are reminiscent of Ethiopian history and people.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adam B M. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church to visit in for foreigners to visit the that compound needed to pay 200 Birr , not unusual for visiting holy places but that’s how the organization works.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peter N. 4 years ago on Google
    The paintings and sculptures were cool
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 p b. 4 years ago on Google
    The entrance fee worked out to be £5 per person, at first glance there didn't seem to be much to warrant the price tag especially when a guide was extra. Having said all of that we got to see the tomb of Emporior Haile Salassie and his wife. In addition, the museum was quite interesting not to mention the grave of Sylvia Pankhurst, who was from Old Trafford, Manchester my home town. For that alone it was worth the entrance fee.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eric O. 1 year ago on Google
    The place is beautiful and amazing, currently it's under renovation.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Omar H. 4 years ago on Google
    Holy Trinity Cathedral, known in Amharic as Kidist Selassie, is the highest ranking Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo cathedral in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Khanh Hoa T. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice place. We have a very nice guide to show us around. The entrance fee is 150 birr pax
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Alex D. 4 months ago on Google • 42 reviews
    I would go to another places before visiting this cathedral. You can not get in and is under construction for a long time, so good pics are difficult to make

  • 5/5 Biniyam A. 2 years ago on Google
    The best cathedral church i have ever seen. It's old but diamond in the rough.

  • 4/5 John Whitehill J. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Orthodox Church. Be careful that you don’t enter the wrong gate because the guards will chase you out. Not the most welcoming spot for visitors

  • 5/5 Yared A. 2 years ago on Google
    A Cathedral built during the reign of King Haileselassie I, after the expulsion of Italians from Ethiopia. It is copper domed and is a primary burial place for leaders famous individuals that have excelled in their respective fields.

  • 5/5 Sarva m. 2 years ago on Google
    Lots of memories and the place which accommodates all the Legends of Eithopia

  • 5/5 Kifle W. 2 years ago on Google
    Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kidist Selassie, is the highest-ranking Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo cathedral in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. It was built to commemorate Ethiopia's victory over the Italian occupation.

  • 5/5 Ed B. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful cathedral. 300birr entrance fee for foreigners.

  • 5/5 Deirdre D. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing experience, with great guides that are well informed.

  • 5/5 Surafel W. 2 years ago on Google
    It's really beautiful and historical place.

  • 5/5 Zemaryam B. 2 years ago on Google
    This massive and ornate cathedral is the second-most important place of worship in Ethiopia (ranking behind the Old Church of St Mary of Zion in Aksum).

  • 3/5 Hunor P. 1 year ago on Google
    Upon approach you'll be harassed by a lot of unofficial "guides" or men with sticks who seem to be wading them off. Both groups will endlessly yell at you: Ticket?! You need ticket?! Come, here is ticket!? You need ticket!? If you say you don't need ticket to talk to God and you just want to pray in peace they get annoyed.

  • 5/5 Kendra Olinger - S. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a beautiful religion and destination, deep in it’s lineage and roots and so rich with it’s history and culture. It would be an absolute honor and privilege to visit such a prestigious location!! #traveldestination #travel #HolyTrinity #HolyTrinityCathedral #bucketlist #lineage #history #culture

  • 5/5 Estifanos Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Aesthetic,divine holy place Many influential peoples burial including PM. MELES ZENAWI ,HIS HOLINESS ARC BISHOP MERKOREOS AND SO ON....

  • 5/5 Unorji F. 1 year ago on Google
    A nice and beautiful place full of history

  • 4/5 Mon D. 6 years ago on Google
    Sylvia Pankhurst is buried here. She started women suffrage movement in England which resulted in women having voting rights. Bodies of the last emperor, Haile Selasie and wife, were reburied in tombs inside the church building itself. Second photo of the blue building is the ticket office

  • 5/5 Brian P. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Structure..The Architecture and Details are really beautiful.

  • 5/5 worm e. 4 years ago on Google
    good!!

  • 5/5 Sean H. 4 years ago on Google
    The seat of the church. A beautiful cemetery filled with important historical personalities. Do not miss wondering around

  • 5/5 Mardi W. 5 years ago on Google
    Must visit in Addis. Better with guide for more interesting stories

  • 4/5 Dennis van B. 4 years ago on Google
    nice vibrant environment and a well preserved Cathedral. make sure you walk around in the area, nice pubs and restaurants.

  • 4/5 Renato Dalla C. 4 years ago on Google
    Like other places of interest in Addis Ababa It is best to keep an open mind and not compare Ethiopia notable building to Europian architecture or history. That way you will be rewarded. I was fortunate to have a guide who covered every need and took care of the entry fee. The highlight for me was the group of cantors singing, which to me was the closest thing to Gregorian chants if one wants to bring a form of comparisonof. Only bolder and I met it with reverence when my guide explained that it back dated the provemance to 300 years

  • 5/5 Yoseph A. 3 years ago on Google
    The Holy Trinity Cathedral is one of the historical site from the Ethiopian Orthodox church in Addis Ababa with many reasons.I just want to let you know if you get a chance you have to see it!!!.

  • 5/5 Dagi G. 4 years ago on Google
    It is beautiful place

  • 4/5 Javier A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Hailei Selassie's Tomb (Original) Tumba de Hailei Selassie

  • 5/5 Paola C. 4 years ago on Google
    Must visit

  • 5/5 Gadaa Ethiopia T. 4 years ago on Google
    It is wonderful cathedral and i love it.

  • 5/5 Andrew C. 4 years ago on Google
    An amazing place...!

  • 3/5 Octavio D. 4 years ago on Google
    Just an orthodox Church like others. I am not orthodox though!

  • 5/5 Regina B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is the holiest place for the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, it was built as a vote of gratitude for the victorious war with Italy. Inside, there are beautiful wall paintings, icons and stained glass windows. (Original) Jest najświętszym miejscem dla Etiopskiego Kościoła Ortodoksyjnego, została wybudowana jako wotum wdzięczności za zwycięską wojnę z Włochami. W jej wnętrzach piękne malowidła ścienne, ikony i witraże.

  • 3/5 abdulaziz a. 4 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 4/5 Haewon L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Admission is expensive (Original) 입장료가 비싸영

  • 5/5 Good Humans For Better w. 4 years ago on Google
    Holly in the mid town

  • 5/5 Jose L. 4 years ago on Google
    Ancient church with lots of history

  • 5/5 Виктор �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The main Orthodox temple of Addis Ababa, the architecture is absolutely Catholic ... (Original) Главный православный храм Аддис-Абебы, по архитектуре абсолютно католический...

  • 5/5 Александр �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very picturesque place, friendly and sociable abbot (Original) Очень колоритное место, приветливый и общительный настоятель

  • 5/5 Israel O. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic history.

  • 4/5 PURUSHOTHAM S. 4 years ago on Google
    Built in 20th century, architecture of the cathedral is wonderful with magnificent sculpture on outer walls.Inner side is very simple with colourful stained glass paintings and the tombs of the donor king.As no one is building these type of cathedrals anymore we get the chance to enjoy by paying 200 birr as a tourist which is expensive. Since sculpture is getting lost with civilisation progress,last chance to feel the hard work that has gone into this.museum has some good artefacts though the designs appear to be rude.

  • 4/5 Roberto B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting document from the time of Halie Selassie. I liked the surroundings much more, with the cemetery, the other church and an area where people live in mausoleums. (Original) Muy interesante documento de la epoca de Halie Selassie. Me gustó mucho más el entorno, con el cementerio, la otra iglesia y una zona en la que vive gente en mausoleos.

  • 5/5 Ildiko V. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 4/5 fasika n. 4 years ago on Google
    Fabulous

  • 5/5 Allan K. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved the stories of all the artifacts in this place

  • 5/5 giovanni b. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful and historic church. It houses the remains of Emperor Ailie Selassie and his wife. Suggestive atmospheres during religious ceremonies. Many tombs of well-known personalities of Ethiopian history (Original) Bella e storica chiesa. Ospita le spoglie dell'imperatore Ailie Selassie e della moglie. Suggestive atmosfere durante le cerimonie religiose. Tante tombe di noti personaggi della storia etiope

  • 4/5 Harsha W. 4 years ago on Google
    A lot of history here

  • 5/5 Reshma S. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful structure. Was in awe with the place

  • 1/5 Stela �. 1 year ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Total waste of money. Foreigners are expected to pay 300 birr, which is a lot even on the European standards. The church is under reconstruction from outside + inside. Yet they don’t tell you at the entrance and expect you to pay. Paid to see an ugly scaffolding and empty space inside. I do not recommend visiting even once reconstruction completed. The church is really nothing special. The next time I would not waste my time even if it was for free.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Eneyew A. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    It is unfortunate that the church, which is a place of prayer, has become a business center. I was on the premises of the church with my fiancé, who is also Orthodox, and while we were walking, the Zebegna ran up to us and told me to buy a ticket. I told him that we are both Orthodox and came for prayer, but he insisted that she had to pay for a ticket. I tried to explain, but he pushed me. What more is there to say? This was a terrible experience for me as an Orthodox believer, and I will never return to this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
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