Unity Park
{{short description|Unity amusement park in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia}}
{{Infobox park
| name = Unity Park
| image = File:Unity Park Addis Ababa Ethiopia 3.jpg
| native_name = አንድነት ፓርክ
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| image_caption = Unity Park zoo
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| type = Amusement park
| location = National Palace, Arat Kilo, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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| coordinates = {{coord|9.023163|38.763976}}
| area = 20 hectares
| created = 10 October 2019
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| status = Active
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| open = Six days per week, excluding Mondays
| website = {{url|https://unitypark.et/}}
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Unity Park (Amharic: አንድነት ፓርክ) is an amusement park located in Arat Kilo district of Addis Ababa, in the compound of National Palace. Established in October 2019, it features a zoo and historical artifacts. Admission may be purchased by online services such as Ethio telecom or using Commercial Bank of Ethiopia or in person in the compound premises.
Overview
Inaugurated on October 10, 2019,{{Cite web |title=Unity Park – Sheger Park |url=https://shegerpark.com/st_tour/unity-park/ |access-date=2022-09-05 |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |title=Google Travel |url=https://www.google.co.uk/travel/unsupported?ucpp=ClJodHRwczovL3d3dy5nb29nbGUuY28udWsvdHJhdmVsL2VudGl0eS9rZXkvQ2hrSWdZV2Rqb3Z1N2JnYkdnMHZaeTh4TVdvek4yUjVibmN6RUFR |access-date=2022-09-05 |website=www.google.co.uk}}{{Cite web |title=Tour Unity Park Addis Ababa ( Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off Included ) {{!}} Marriott |url=https://activities.marriott.com/things-to-do/V28Hi370g1Snpu-tour-unity-park-addis-ababa-hotel-pick-up-and-drop-off-included |access-date=2022-09-05 |website=activities.marriott.com}}{{Cite web |title=Addis Ababa - Unity Park |url=https://www.ecoethiopia.com/packages/addis-ababa-unity-park/ |access-date=2022-09-05 |website=ECO ETHIOPIA |language=en-US}} it is part of the beautification project of Addis Ababa. Unity Park's attractions include historical artifacts and a focus on Ethiopian culture. There are 37 mammals, including giraffe, zebra, Gelada baboon, kudu, Impalas, common eland, gemsbok, meerkat, cheetah, African wild dogs, nyala, and wildebeest, as well as thirteen species of aquatic animals, and various indigenous birds in the aviary. {{Cite web |date=5 September 2022 |title=The Unique Features of Unity Park of Ethiopia |url=https://www.ethiopiatourisms.com/unity-park-of-ethiopia/}}{{Cite web |title=Ethiopia turns history-packed palace into tourist spot |url=https://www.aa.com.tr/en/africa/ethiopia-turns-history-packed-palace-into-tourist-spot/1609473 |access-date=2022-09-05 |website=www.aa.com.tr}}
Historical artifacts
The park also exhibits historical artifacts ranging from simple objects to relics from ancient civilizations. Every artifacts is made of gold, from Emperor Haile Selassie throne to simple restaurant materials.{{Cite web |title=Unity Park: Gallery of Ethiopia's History |url=https://ethiopianbusinessreview.net/unity-park-gallery-of-ethiopias-history/ |access-date=2022-09-05 |language=en-US}} There are also religious books written in Amharic, English and Ge'ez languages. These books can be used for research and study worldwide.
Opening time and ticket deliveries
Unity Park is open for six days per week (tues-sun) starting from 9 am to 4 pm afternoon. It is closed on Mondays for cleaning.
Admission must be purchased before visiting the park.{{Cite web |date=2019-10-12 |title=Addis Adds Unity Park To Its Attractions {{!}} The Reporter {{!}} Latest Ethiopian News Today |url=https://www.thereporterethiopia.com/8747/ |access-date=2022-09-05 |website=www.thereporterethiopia.com |language=en-US}} Payment may be made via SMS, online via Ethio telecom, or via Commercial Bank of Ethiopia.
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