Asmara (/ æsˈmɑːrə / əs-MAHR-ə), or Asmera, is the capital and most populous city of Eritrea, in the country's Central Region. It sits at an elevation of 2,325 metres (7,628 ft), making it the …

Formerly a hamlet of the Tigre people, Asmara became the capital of the Italian colony of Eritrea in 1900 and remained a small colonial town until 1934. It was the main base for the Italian …

Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, is like no city you've visited before. Here are the top things to do and see while traveling Asmara.

Sep 15, 2025 · My experience visiting Asmara, the most sophisticated city in Sub-Saharan Africa, charming and full of Italian influence. It also contains things to do and tips

Jul 8, 2017 · Asmara preserves an unusually intact human scale, featuring eclectic and rationalist built forms, well-defined open spaces, and public and private buildings, including cinemas, …

Asmara has a nineteenth century fort, Forte Baldissera, and the Eritrean National Museum. Situated 7627 feet (2325 meters) above sea-level, the city is the World’s highest capital and …

The Eritrean capital of Asmara is a vibrant mix of Italian and African architecture and culture. It is by far the biggest and most important city of Eritrea and not just the administration center of …

Jul 29, 2023 · Discover 46 fascinating facts about Asmara, the vibrant capital city of Eritrea, from its rich history and unique architecture to its lively culture and culinary delights.

Dec 6, 2024 · Asmara started as a small highland settlement, but under Italian colonial rule from 1889 to 1941, it became something else entirely. Asmara became Africa’s first modernist city …

Oct 16, 2021 · Asmara, the Eritrean capital, with its coffee culture, walkable streets, relaxed vibe and astonishing modernist architecture will get under your skin, says Edward Denison