Lower Awash Valley
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Lower Awash Valley

Hadar, Ethiopia
4.8 (50+ reviews)
UNESCO

About Lower Awash Valley

Paleontological site where 'Lucy' (Australopithecus afarensis) was discovered in 1974. One of the most important fossil sites for understanding human evolution, with remains dating back 3.2 million years.

Highlights

Lucy discovery site
Hadar research area
3.2 million-year fossils
Active excavations
Human origins

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📍 Coordinates: 11.1667°N, 40.6667°E

Quick Facts

Best Time
October - March
Duration
2-4 days recommended
Group Tours
Available year-round
Photography
Allowed

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Location Details

Region:Afar
City/Town:Hadar
Coordinates:11.1667°N, 40.6667°E

Quick Booking

Maximum 8 participants

Limited Time
Hadar
4.8

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