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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 ​
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BEST TIME to TRAVEL to KEREN
 
From December to February
 
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