Red Sea Eritrea

Eritrea is a small African country located on the southern most point of the Red Sea. It is bordered by Sudan in the North and Ethiopia & Djibouti in the South. Eritrea's war torn past is quickly being left behind as its people are vigorously pursuing peace in place of conflict. Eritreans are finally being given a chance to show off their vibrance and friendliness. More and more fascinating archaeological ruins are being discovered around the country, while its Red Sea waters are luring divers with promises of flourishing marine life.

Red Sea Asmara

Many think of the capital of Eritrea as an Italian built colonial city. However, the city of Asmara dates back some 700 years. It is by far the largest city in Eritrea with its population reaching over 400,000. Unlike many other cities & towns in Eritrea, Asmara is relatively undamaged and is possibly the safest African capital for travelers. Sitting atop the Eritrean highlands at 2,350 meters, Asmara is one of the cleanest cities in Africa. The streets are elegantly lined with palms and a string of boutiques, coffee-shops and restaurants reminiscent of what one might find in the south of Italy.

Red Sea Assab
Assab now is an important, modern port with a more Ethiopian than Eritrean feel to it. It was chosen for its strategic location near the straits of Bab el Mandeb and the possibility that it could someday become an important trading station between Ethiopia and Arabia.


Red Sea Massawa

Once the biggest and most secure port on Africa's East Coat, Massawa is now Eritrea's main port. It suffered terrible damage during the war, but is back in operation managing an enormous amount of merchandise. Massawa boasts the largest, natural deep-water port on the Red Sea. The town itself still retains a great charm, especially at night when the tiny alleyways between the Turkish-Egyptian and Italian buildings come to life.


Red Sea Nakfa

Nakfa is located about 220km north of Asmara. The city served as the headquarters of the resistance movement during their long fight for independence and as a result has now become one of the most popular spots for touring Ethiopian bombs and bullets. Eritreans see Nakfa as a result of their hard fight for independence and are proud to have their country's currency (the Eritrean Nakfa) named after it.