After the overnight in Mekele, where we enjoyed some nightlife after a long time, we continued towards Hawzen. The road from Mekele to Hawzen is paved, offering dramatic scenery of the Tigrayan highlands, including mountain views and, in some parts, deep valleys and cliffs. As we travelled north, the landscape transitioned from the urban environment of Mekele to rugged, scenic mountain terrain as we approached the region known for its ancient rock-hewn churches, such as those near Wukro. The area around Hawzen is famous for the Gheralta Mountains, which are home to many of the ancient rock-hewn churches.
