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Code of Conduct

Respect towards the resident population, their traditional values and their lifestyle is required. This implies that retain restraint may occur when taking photos, so asking for permissions before taking the photos is advisable.

A high degree of respect towards religious and holy places is required. Shoes should be removed before entering churches.To stop the progressive negative impacts from radiant light, photographing mural paintings is prohibited in most cases.Please be aware that buying antiquities or removing them from their original places is contrary to law. Such illegal act may cause penalization to a religious offence.Please be aware of the possible long- term consequence of handing out gifts: sweets, medicines, and even a pen to the local population. This may encourage begging and also cause children to drop school.

Tips

It is highly recommended to hire an authorized local guide. Local guides are officially recruited from the very locality, and are therefore perfectly familiar with the environment. Not only do they know about the attraction sites; they are also kept informed of the latest regulations about each site. Their competence in English enables the visitor to get in touch with the local population.

As a 'translator' of socio-cultural information, the guide will be able   to point out many details that are otherwise overlooked. An appropriate itinerary and means of transportation can be chosen with help of the guide in order to work   out a tour that best meets the visitor's expectations and wishes. The guide will also organize additional   assistance by helping the visitor in identifying hotels and recreation activity and shopping. Please be aware that young people who did not get the necessary authorization   to give a guide service may contact visitors to offer some assistance. Yet since such people have no ethical qualities and the necessary skills, it is not advisable to deal with them. Therefore, it is important to make sure that the guide you contact is issued with a badge that is stamped with the seal of Amhara National Regional State Tourism Commission. Possible long-term negative consequences of using children as a guide should also be noted.

Though the environment of the country is generally safe with regard to crimes, it is advisable to keep luggage and belongings within sight when in bus stations and public gatherings.  

Have a Nice Visit