Addis Ababa, which is swiftly becoming a chief pivot for international conferences due to its being the seat of numerous international entities, has been winning the confidence of many tourists, visitors, be they are local or foreign ones, from across the continent and beyond. Conference tourism in Ethiopia has even seized the ladder of success as a number of undertakings are being carried out particularly in the capital.
Such a viable move is of paramount importance in boosting the local economy through hotel stays, corridor visits, dining, and other related tourism activities. All this aspects have been further enhanced by the capital’s growing infrastructure and attention grabbing passageways like the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum. Equally, the newly built Addis International Convention Center (AICC), which was inaugurated of late, would be the principal conference center in the country, hosting both domestic and transnational events.
No doubt, AICC’s inauguration marks a major landmark in Ethiopia’s efforts to establish itself as a foremost endpoint for global events, conference tourism, trade fairs and exhibitions.Being made capable of accommodating myriads of events ranging from corporate gatherings to cultural festivals, the center is a viable tool for significantly enhancing the country’s hospitality and tourism sectors.
AICC is indeed positioned to become the largest conference facility in Ethiopia and one of the most spacious bolstering the country’s standing in the international events.
Addis Ababa has now been bedecked with fascinating scenes, attractive boulevards, catchy walkways, bike lanes, among others. These ingredients have made it a vibrant and appealing African portrait enticing continental and international diplomacy.
All the aforesaid tourist attraction sites and conference centers are designed to showcase Ethiopia’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty thereby creating accessible, vibrant spaces for both locals and visitors.
Interestingly, the transformative government projects have now been reshaping the tourism ecosystem, including the tourism development initiative and strategic corridor developments. These aspiring efforts have established a blossoming environment for the growth of tourism, particularly conference tourism.
From all what has been portrayed these days, one can easily deduce that the country is now in a position to reap the benefits of tourism and conference tourism.
The Ethiopian government has introduced several key tourist sites that enhance Addis Ababa’s appeal to international visitors. For example, prior to AICC, Addis Ababa Science Museum was built and being a hub for innovation and education, featuring interactive exhibits and modern design that attract a diverse audience, from scientists to students.
These sites add depth to the city’s cultural offerings via making it a unique stop for conference attendees.
AICCalso enriches the experience for visitors interested in Ethiopia’s heritage, offering conference-goers an opportunity to engage with the country’s history and gain insight into one of Africa’s defining historical moments.
The city’s urban corridor developments and eco-friendly lodges create inviting green spaces that promote eco-tourism and provide serene settings for conference attendees. Such a prominent status naturally draws leaders, diplomats, and professionals from across the globe, all of whom are likely to be drawn to the city’s expanding array of modern venues and rich cultural sites.
Yes, Ethiopia’s unique combination of scenic beauty, historical landmarks, and modern conference facilities as a strong asset for attracting global events to the country.
Generally, conference centers, tourist attraction scenes and the likes have won the confidence of visitors within reach of Addis Ababa and beyond. Furthermore, the state of the art technology oriented centers like AICC are instrumental in initiating tourists and visitors extend their stays and explore capital’s tangible and intangible resources in particular and Ethiopia’s natural and cultural riches in general.Not only does reinvigorate its socio-economic progress but it can also foster diplomacy and intonation too by nurturing the conference tourism and travel essence. To this end, the city government of Adds Abba in collaboration with the federal government and other development partners needs to work for further step to make optimal benefit out of the conference tourism.
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD TUESDAY 4 MARCH
