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Blue Nile Falls

Waterfall in Amhara, Ethiopia

About Blue Nile Falls

The Blue Nile Falls is a waterfall on the Blue Nile river in South Gondar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia. It is known as Tis Abay in Amharic, meaning 'great smoke'. It is situated on the upper course of the river, about 30 kilometres (19 miles) downstream from the town of Bahir Dar and Lake Tana. The falls are one of Ethiopia's best-known tourist attractions.

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Blue Nile Falls is in Ethiopia. The nearest city is Bahir Dar, about 24 km away.

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