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The High Plateau of Entoto Natural Park

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Meandering Streams and Rock Pools on the High Plateau T he picture shows the mountain stream on the outer rim of the high plateau. Hence, the native Juniper trees along the brook are just a few steps above the abyss of the Canyon; the location is opposite the image's visual field. The high plateau is an evident  contrast to the gentle, gradual hike up from Entoto Kidane Mehret  (1) , with its sculptural riverbanks  at the Sanctuary (32). T he A rrival On the H igh P lateau Behind now is the Canyon's beautiful experience ( B) -  (14) and the adorable viewpoint (16).  But still, they are very near, with Bees' Cliff (14)  a gentle promenader along the meandering brook to the south. Even the adorable viewpoint (16) , is now behind but in close walking contact, located on the threshold below the southern outer rim of this high plateau.  A purging fresh stream runs by leaps and joy beyond the secret path of  Entoto Kidane Mehret's sacred stone walls. ...

Spring Water with Bath

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Spring Water with Bath The Highland's Purging Springs and Baths W arm S unbathing F ollowing C old M ornings These photos were shot on the dramatic ledge of the mountain's high table a month after the last rain. Hence, the flowing freshwater from the Highland brooks in these photos was not rainwater in origin but rather chilled, underground spring water. This phenomenon of freshwater creation is simply the Highlands and mountains affected by gravity, naturally channelling torrential deluges from rainy seasons into natural aquifers. Characterized by frigid nights, the average temperature of the mountain Entoto's plateau is below comfortable bathing degrees, with its average temperature of about 12 ° C. Thus, the result of these long and cold nights, in turn, determines the degree of cooling effect in the mentioned natural Highland pools. However, the mountain afternoon hike is usually hot, so any refreshing bath is enticing, fun, welcoming, and comfortable. The Meandering...