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ERITREA - Keren 

Keren is the second-largest city in Eritrea. It is situated around 91 kilometres and few hours (57 mi) northwest of Asmara at an elevation of 1,590 metres (5,220 ft) above sea-level. The city sprawls on a wide basin surrounded by granitic mountains on all sides. It serves as the capital of the Anseba Region, and is home to a number of ethnic groups including the Bilen people and Tigre people. Attractions in the city include the nineteenth century Tigu fort, the St Maryam Deari chapel, lying in a baobab tree, the 1920s former railway station, the old mosque,, British Army and Italian Army cemeteries and local markets. Every monday in Keren, takes place a giant market. Goats, sheeps, and camels are sold. Camels are also used to carry burning wood.
BEST TIME to VISIT ERITREA
BEST TIME to TRAVEL to KEREN
 
From December to February
 
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