Shiro Meda Market

Addis Ababa

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Shiro Meda Market

Much more modest in size, but with that also a lot more manageable, the Shiro Meda Market (also spelled "Chiromeda") sells Ethiopian textiles in all their forms, from Ethiopian wedding dresses to various types of clothing, linens, and fabrics. Make use of a guide if you can.

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addressEntoto Avenue, Addis Ababa

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