The town of Negash or sometimes referred to as Al Nejash is Africa’s first Muslim settlement. During the prophet Mohammed period when the Quraysh Arab Merchant chases the prophet and his family, the prophet advised his daughter Rukiya and her husband Uthman along with their 12 companions make their journey to Ethiopia. The then king of Ethiopia sheltered them and provided them with a permanent residence. Later on, the prophet’s daughter along with her companions died and was buried in the cemetery of the historical Al Nejash mosque.

What to See 

The beautifully reconstructed mosque of Alnejash is one of the attractions to be watched within the mosque yard. Inside the mosque check out the tombs of Rukiya, her husban and her 12 companions.

Getting There 

Daily flight is available from Addis Ababa to Mekelle. Nejash is found 50 km from Mekelle. Consult one of the the tour operators based in Addis Ababa or Mekelle to arrange your trip to Nejash. Nejash can also be accessed from Aksum. 

Getting Around 

The mosque is found along the Mekelle-Adigrat highway and easily accessible.

Accommodation 

There are a lot of standard lodging facilities in the town of Wukro which is 10 km south of AlNejash.