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Asmara

Asmara is the capital city of Eritrea. The city is famed for its Italian colonial buildings. The extensive architecture in the city arrays from the airplane-shaped Fiat Tagliero service station to the art deco cinemas. Former governor's palace is a grand structure that dates from the 19th century. Located close to the palace is the ornate Opera House, constructed in the early 1900s in an assortment of styles. An excellent place to visit for history lovers, the National Museum of Eritrea is home to cultural and archaeological exhibits. Located near the museum is the Grand Mosque featuring Islamic-style domes and minaret. Medebar Market sells goods made from recycled everyday items. The Central Market in Asmara offers fresh produce, local handicrafts, pottery, and spices. There is a railway that runs along the edge of an escarpment from Asmara to Massawa and offers views of rocky peaks and valleys.

Massawa

Massawa is a port city in Eritrea. The city is located on Africa's Red Sea coast. The old town in Massawa boasts a blend of Egyptian, Ottoman, and Italian architecture reflecting the city's rich history. Notable buildings in the city include the St. Mariam Cathedral and Imperial Palace. Located in proximity to the cathedral, 3 tanks form a monument that commemorates the people who died in Eritrea's civil wars. A well-maintained boat-system is operated to secluded Green Island, which offers lovely beaches and picnic shelters. The city is also a jumping-off point for the Dahlak Archipelago, including over 100 remote islands with coral reefs. A railway is operated along the border of an escarpment from Massawa to Asmara, with stunning vistas of rugged peaks and valleys.

Keren

Formerly known as Cheren and Sanhit, Keren is the second-largest city in Eritrea. The city is located about 91 kilometres northwest of Asmara at an altitude of 1,390 metres above sea-level. Keren stretches on an extensive basin surrounded by imposing mountains on all sides. Home to the Bilen people, the city serves as the capital of the Anseba region.