Al Qarra - Epiphany is one of the most important religious festivals of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. The celebration, also called Timket, commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River.

Each year, thousands of people celebrate the anniversary of this symbolic event. Traditional songs, dances, and religious fervor fill the streets of Addis Ababa. On Saturday, followers began their procession to a shrine on the outskirts of the city.