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Gonder Collection

Gonder, a city steeped in history and adorned with architectural wonders, holds the secrets of Ethiopia's past

Background imageGonder Collection: The famous painting on the ceiling of the winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs

The famous painting on the ceiling of the winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gonder, Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: View over Gonder and the Royal Enclosure from the top of Fasiladas Palace

View over Gonder and the Royal Enclosure from the top of Fasiladas Palace, Gonder, Gonder region, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Finger rock near Gonder, Amhara region, Ethiopia

Finger rock near Gonder, Amhara region, Ethiopia

Background imageGonder Collection: Gonder Imperial Palace, Ethiopia then Abyssinia, 1880s (engraving)

Gonder Imperial Palace, Ethiopia then Abyssinia, 1880s (engraving)
KW110800 Gonder Imperial Palace, Ethiopia then Abyssinia, 1880s (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gondar, Ethiopia. Fasilides Palace circa 1880)

Background imageGonder Collection: DDE-90019443

DDE-90019443
Panorama Landscape between Gonder and Lake Tana, Ethiopia Date: 07/01/2009

Background imageGonder Collection: DDE-90019442

DDE-90019442
Landscape between Gonder and Lake Tana, Ethiopia Date: 07/01/2009

Background imageGonder Collection: Ethiopia, Gonder, Royal Enclosure

Ethiopia, Gonder, Royal Enclosure

Background imageGonder Collection: Gondar, Ethiopia, c1840. Artist: N Remond

Gondar, Ethiopia, c1840. Artist: N Remond
Gondar, Ethiopia, c1840

Background imageGonder Collection: The royal palace at Gondar, the ancient capital of Abyssinia, c1890

The royal palace at Gondar, the ancient capital of Abyssinia, c1890. Gonder or Gondar was formerly the capital of Ethiopia

Background imageGonder Collection: 104 winged Ethiopian cherubs adorn the famous ceiling in Debre Berhan Selassie Church

104 winged Ethiopian cherubs adorn the famous ceiling in Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Gondar, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Gondar, Ethiopia. Fasilides Palace Circa 1880. From A 19Th Century Illustration

Gondar, Ethiopia. Fasilides Palace Circa 1880. From A 19Th Century Illustration

Background imageGonder Collection: Panorama of Fasil Ghebbi, a fortress-like royal enclosure, Gonder, East Africa

Panorama of Fasil Ghebbi, a fortress-like royal enclosure, Gonder, East Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Guzara Castle between Gonder and Lake Tana, Ethiopia

Guzara Castle between Gonder and Lake Tana, Ethiopia

Background imageGonder Collection: Debre Berhan Selassie church in Gonder, Ethiopia

Debre Berhan Selassie church in Gonder, Ethiopia

Background imageGonder Collection: Fasil Ghebbi, a fortress-like royal enclosure, Gonder, Ethiopia

Fasil Ghebbi, a fortress-like royal enclosure, Gonder, Ethiopia

Background imageGonder Collection: Illustration of Gonder imperial city in Ethiopia

Illustration of Gonder imperial city in Ethiopia

Background imageGonder Collection: The Royal Palace at Gondar, the Ancient Capital of Abyssinia. Ethiopia, Ethiopian Empire

The Royal Palace at Gondar, the Ancient Capital of Abyssinia. Ethiopia, Ethiopian Empire
THE ROYAL PALACE AT GONDAR, THE ANCIENT CAPITAL OF ABYSSINIA. Ethiopia, Ethiopian Empire. Gondar or Gonder is a city and separate woreda in Ethiopia

Background imageGonder Collection: The Royal Palace at Gondar, the Ancient Capital of Abyssinia. Ethiopia, Ethiopian Empire

The Royal Palace at Gondar, the Ancient Capital of Abyssinia. Ethiopia, Ethiopian Empire
THE ROYAL PALACE AT GONDAR, THE ANCIENT CAPITAL OF ABYSSINIA. Ethiopia, Ethiopian Empire. Gondar or Gonder is a city and separate woreda in Ethiopia

Background imageGonder Collection: Royal Enclosure, Ethiopia, Africa

Royal Enclosure, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Ethiopia / Gonder

Ethiopia / Gonder
Gonder (formerly Gondar) was at one time the capital of Abyssinia : it is noted for its ruins. Lake Tana can be glimpsed in the distance

Background imageGonder Collection: The Palace of Iyasu I and Fasiladas Palace, inside the the Royal Enclosure

The Palace of Iyasu I and Fasiladas Palace, inside the the Royal Enclosure, Fasil Ghebbi, UNECO World Heritage Site in Gondar, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Some of Ethiopias finest ecclesiastical artwork adorns the walls of Debre Berhan Selassie Church

Some of Ethiopias finest ecclesiastical artwork adorns the walls of Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Gondar, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Empress Mentewabs Kuskuam Complex, Gondar, Ethiopia, Africa

Empress Mentewabs Kuskuam Complex, Gondar, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: The Palace of Iyasu I, inside the the Royal Enclosure, Fasil Ghebbi

The Palace of Iyasu I, inside the the Royal Enclosure, Fasil Ghebbi, UNESCO World Heritage site in Gondar, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: The 13th tower, and entrance gate, of Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Gondar

The 13th tower, and entrance gate, of Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Gondar, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Acacia tree and yellow Meskel flowers in bloom after the rains, Green fertile fields

Acacia tree and yellow Meskel flowers in bloom after the rains, Green fertile fields, Ethiopian Highlands near the Simien mountains and Gonder, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Fasiladas Palace, The Royal Enclosure, Gonder, Ethiopia, Nortern Ethiopia, Africa

Fasiladas Palace, The Royal Enclosure, Gonder, Ethiopia, Nortern Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Typical street scene in Gonder, Gonder, Gonder region, Ethiopia, Africa

Typical street scene in Gonder, Gonder, Gonder region, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Typical street scene, Gonder, Gonder region, Ethiopia, Africa

Typical street scene, Gonder, Gonder region, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: Trinity of the Mount of Light, UNESCO World Hetitage Site, Debre Berhan Selassie Church

Trinity of the Mount of Light, UNESCO World Hetitage Site, Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Gonder, Ethiopia, Africa

Background imageGonder Collection: View of Gondar, Ethiopia

View of Gondar, Ethiopia
Distant view of the city of Gondar (or Gonder), Amhara region, Ethiopia, noted for its ruins



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Gonder, a city steeped in history and adorned with architectural wonders, holds the secrets of Ethiopia's past. One cannot help but be captivated by the famous painting on the ceiling of Gonder's winged heads, where 80 Ethiopian cherubs seem to come alive. From the top of Fasiladas Palace, one can witness a breathtaking view over Gonder and its Royal Enclosure. The panorama reveals an intricate tapestry of ancient buildings that once housed emperors and their courts, and is as if time stands still within these walls, preserving the grandeur of Abyssinia from the 1880s. An engraving transports us back to that era when Gonder Imperial Palace stood tall amidst lush surroundings. This glimpse into history reminds us of Ethiopia's rich heritage and its significance in East Africa. Venturing outside the city limits, Finger Rock near Gonder beckons explorers to marvel at nature's creations. Located in Amhara region, this geological wonder adds another layer to Gonder's allure – a fusion between man-made splendor and Mother Earth's artistry. Delving deeper into Gonder's treasures, we encounter DDE-90019443 and DDE-90019442 – enigmatic codes hinting at undiscovered stories waiting to be unveiled. These glimpses ignite our curiosity about what lies beneath their surface. Within Gondar lies a hidden gem known as Royal Enclosure – an ethereal place frozen in time since c1840. N Remond skillfully captured its essence through his artwork, allowing us to visualize how life thrived within these walls centuries ago. The royal palace at Gondar takes us even further back in time; it was once considered Abyssinia's capital during c1890. Its majestic presence evokes awe-inspiring images of power and regality that were once synonymous with this ancient land. Fasil Ghebbi emerges like a fortress, guarding the secrets of Gonder's past.