and yet all have incredible love for the people and land of Eritrea. (7) The heroism of Tegadeltis. It is the land of Yikalo and Warsay. (8) Gelato and evening stroll on Godena Harnet Combishtato. (9) Eritrea proves that miracles do happen, sometimes against all odds. (10) The Jacaranda trees lining Eritrean cities and the Bougainvillea flowers that cover the villas. (11) The tranquility and perfect year-round weather of Keren and the hospitality of Kerenites. The majestic mountains of Upper Keren (Keren LaE'lay). (12) The sense of community that is prevalent in Eritrea. Unlike in New York or Los Angeles, people know you from the time you are born until the time you die. People show up at weddings and funerals uninvited. (13) The trenches of Nakfa and the stories they would tell if they could talk. (14) The Sawa Youth Festival. It draws musical talents from inside and outside of Eritrea and brings together Eritrean youths from all over the
planet where they party in a fun and patriotic atmosphere. (15) Every taxi driver is a former tegadalay and has war stories to tell. (16) Dancing in the streets of Asmara during Independence Week’s Carnival. (17) The deliciousness and freshness of the food. The best organic food in the West doesn’t compare in flavor to what grows or is harvested in Eritrea. (18) You don’t have to travel far to see every topographical region. The desert, the sea, the mountains are all within 3 hours. Every topography exists in Eritrea, more beautifully and ruggedly. (19) The Eritrean people’s diversity and harmony. The nine different languages and customs. One people, One heart! (20) Gorgusum Beach, its wonderful sea-breeze and salty air. The crashing waves of the Red Sea that bring sand and unique shells. The ferry ride to Green Island and Dahlak Islands. (21) The strength and resilience of the mothers, particularly mothers of martyrs. They have lost so
much and yet they only feel pride and joy. The strength they show is amazing. (22) The collective spirit of the Eritrean people. (23) Only 23 reasons? With 5 million Eritreans, there are 5 million things we love about Eritrea! What do you love about Eritrea?
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