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Kulubi, near Dire Dawa · Every December
Kulubi Gabriel pilgrimage
Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims climb to a hilltop church of Saint Gabriel on 28 December.
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What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Dire Dawa or Addis Ababa for December 26 to 29, 2026, round trips of 3 to 7 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- Roads are choked on the day; go up the evening before.
- Modest dress and shoes off at the church; a shawl is useful for the cold dawn.
- Dire Dawa airport has daily flights from Addis; Kulubi is about an hour by road toward Harar.
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