Mahibere Degue

Mahibere Degue (Tigrinya: ማሕበረ ደጎ), also transliterated as Mahbere Dego is a historical town in Tigray Region, Ethiopia. It is located 12.5 km south of the city of Axum. The town is known for its church, Enda Tsadkan ("Home of the Saints"), which is a popular tourist attraction.

Mahibere Degue
ማሕበረ ደጎ
Mahbere Dego
Town
Mahibere Degue
Location within Tigray
Mahibere Degue
Mahibere Degue (Ethiopia)
Coordinates: 14.02728°N 38.78002°E / 14.02728; 38.78002
CountryEthiopia
RegionTigray
ZoneMehakelegnaw (Central)
WoredaNa’ider
Time zoneUTC+3 (EAT)

Residents of the town engage in trade and agricultural activities in the surrounding villages. Siwa, a tasty local drink, is a favourite, and is a popular commodity.

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