“The Cradle of Civilization” Ethiopia’s historic route begins with a glance at the exciting remains of Yeha temple- the center of the earliest civilization in northern part of Ethiopia. The journey takes you on rough tracks through the dramatic highland settlement. Yellow limestone ruins of the “Temple of the Moon - Seba Noba” date back to the 500 BC. The edifice with precise-fitting blocked of stone was built by the Sabean civilization. Yeha is formed for their inscriptions are fine objects of bronze and other artifacts which have been excavated over the past century.

The imposing ruins of Yeha's temple still stand, despite their no longer being a roof. It was a large pre-Christian temple consisting of a single oblong chamber. The area of the remains of the temple measure 18.5m by 15m. This temple is believed to be the oldest standing building in Ethiopia!

The town of Yeha is considered by archaeologists and historians to be the prime capital of the Pre-Aksumite period. It holds many archaeological mysteries. The surrounding area is yet to be fully excavated and many mysteries remain to be discovered. Constructed huge stones without the use of mortar or cement, it has surprisingly defied the pressures and wear-and-tear of natural forces for at least 25 centuries. Beside the remarkable temple, a church dedicated to Abba Aftse also exists. Abba Aftse was one of the famous nine saints who came to Ethiopia in the 6th century from Syria to spread Christianity.