Start your half-day journey from Mekelle with a 60 km drive north to Negash Village, home to Al Nejash Mosque, one of the oldest Islamic sites in Africa. Built in the 7th century, the mosque marks the site where the first followers of Prophet Muhammad were welcomed by the Ethiopian king and allowed to practice their faith freely, making Ethiopia a symbol of religious tolerance. Tour the restored mosque, visit the burial sites of early Muslim refugees, and engage with local elders to learn about the shared religious history between Ethiopia and the Islamic world. After a morning of reflection and cultural exploration, return to Mekelle .