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Tiya: Unlocking the Mysteries of Ancient Ethiopia
HotSpot App March 13, 2026
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Tiya is a UNESCO World Heritage site located just 80km south of Addis Ababa. It contains 36 ancient megalithic monuments (stelae) that date back to the 12th–14th centuries. These standing stones are intricately carved with symbols like swords and human figures, representing an ancient burial culture that historians are still working to fully understand.
