Nestled about five kilometers west of Aksum, Wushate Golo—also known as Gual Gobodra or the “Daughter of Gobodra”—is a pivotal site in the story of Aksumite civilization. Situated just north of the dramatic divide between Bête Giorigis and Gobodra hills, Wushate Golo served as a key settlement and quarry that contributed to the creation of the majestic Axumite stelae. The site is marked by terraces once used to slide the stelae from the summits and cliffs of the hill—a technique still visible in the faint traces of chiseling that adorn the massive boulders. In 1958, archaeologists led by de Contenson explored these ruins, shedding light on the engineering marvels of the time. Wushate Golo stands as a living testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the ancient Axumite people, where every stone tells a story of monumental achievement.