Asmara · Eritrea

A place shaped
by its people.

Abashawl is an editorial home for the history of one of Asmara’s oldest districts—and a doorway to photography, writing, and independent projects.

A wide view down a hillside street through the Abashawl neighborhood
Across AbashawlAsmara, Eritrea

Explore Abashawl

Stories, images, and ideas.

01

About

The history, community, and living heritage of Aba Shawl.

02

Photography

Views from the streets and hillside of the neighborhood.

03

Journal

Essays, observations, references, and things worth keeping.

04

Interests

Independent projects, collections, and evolving curiosities.

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