ኢትዮጵያ (Ityop’iya)

ኢትዮጵያ is the original name of Ethiopia in Amharic. The name comes from the Greek word “Aithiopia,” which refers to the land of the people with burnt faces, a reference to the darker skin tone of the region’s people. Ethiopia is known for its ancient history, being one of the oldest nations in the world and its role in early Christianity. It is a country with a rich cultural heritage and a deep sense of pride in its history and traditions.