Nestled southwest of the Tomb of Bazen, along the historic
Adwa-Shire road, Ezana Park is a gateway to the echoes of an ancient empire.
Originally established during the Italian occupation, this cultural haven
safeguards remnants of a bygone civilization.
Scattered across the park are fragments of history—the apex of
Stela 4, undecorated stelae, throne bases, column shafts, and a carved water
spout, believed to have originated from the Tomb of Bazen. These artifacts stand
as silent witnesses to Tigrai’s monumental past.
At the heart of the park lies its most prized treasure—King Ezana’s
second inscription. Encased under a thatched shelter in the northwest corner,
this trilingual declaration mirrors the northern Ezana inscription, detailing
the conquests and territorial expansions of the Aksumite king.
More
than just a park, Ezana Park is an open-air museum where stone speaks, and
history comes alive—a must-visit for those seeking to walk in the footsteps of
kings.