Yekatit 12 monument
Monument Monument commemorating victims of 1937 Addis Ababa massacre
Monument in central Addis Ababa commemorating victims of the 1937 Italian reprisals; visitors come to study Ethiopia’s modern history and attend annual memorial events.
The Yekatit 12 monument in Addis Ababa is a memorial that honors Ethiopian victims of the 1937 reprisals carried out during the Italian occupation. It marks a national day of remembrance associated with the events of 1937 and the violent suppression that followed.
The site serves as a focal point for public commemoration and remembrance ceremonies and is situated within central Addis Ababa. The monument is part of the city’s set of public memorials related to 20th century conflict and occupation.
- Commemoration: The memorial commemorates Ethiopians killed during the 1937 Italian reprisals following the attempted assassination of an Italian official; public commemorations are held annually on the date known as Yekatit 12 (19 February).
How to Get to Yekatit 12 monument #
The monument is located in Addis Ababa-most central locations are accessible by taxi or city buses. Ask local guides for the precise position and the best approach for visitors.
Tips for Visiting Yekatit 12 monument #
- Combine a visit with a walk through central Addis Ababa-the monument is in a part of the city often used for official ceremonies.
- Be mindful of political sensitivities when photographing memorials and public monuments in Ethiopia.
Best Time to Visit Yekatit 12 monument #
Visiting during the dry season offers the most comfortable conditions for seeing outdoor monuments in Addis Ababa.
Weather & Climate near Yekatit 12 monument #
Yekatit 12 monument's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 7°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1135 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Heavy rain (253 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (268 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. The driest month with just 8 mm and mostly sunny skies.
