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Lake Tana (Amharic: ጣና ሐይቅ, romanized: T’ana ḥāyik’i; previously Tsana) is the largest lake in Ethiopia and a source of the Blue Nile.
Lake Tana, largest lake of Ethiopia, in a depression of the northwest plateau, 6,000 feet (1,800 meters) above sea level. It forms the main reservoir for the Blue Nile (Abbay) River, which drains its southern extremity near Bahir Dar.
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Lake Tana is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with diverse wildlife and ancient island monasteries. Learn about the history, culture and art of these churches, and explore the nearby Blue Nile Falls and Bahir Dar.
Lake Tana is the largest lake in Ethiopia and the source of the Blue Nile. It is a biodiversity hotspot, a fish resource, a cultural heritage site and a Ramsar wetland.
#1 of 10 things to do in Bahir Dar. Bodies of Water. Open now. 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM. Write a review. What people are saying. “ EXCELLENT BOAT HIRE/TOURS ON LAKE TANA FROM BAHIR DAR ” Dec 2022. We toured islands and the peninsula - amazing monasteries, went to see hippos and other wildlife.
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Apr 26, 2021 · Situated in the heart of the historic Amhara Region, around 400km northwest of Addis Ababa as the crow flies, Lake Tana, its azure waters fringed by lush tropical vegetation, is – at 3673 square kilometres – Ethiopia’s largest body of water, and the principal source of the Blue Nile.
Lake Tana is the source of the Blue Nile and a cultural and natural wonder. Explore its 37 islands, ancient churches, coffee plantations, and stunning views on a boat ride.
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