Etymology of Ethiopia: "Land of the Blacks", from Latin Æthiopia, from the Ancient Greek Αἰθιοπία (Aithiopía), "land of the Burnt-Faced" (from Αἰθίοψ, Aithíops), originally in reference to all Sub-Saharan Africa
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Ethiopia is known for its national parks, outstanding coffee, and rich cultural heritage. Ethiopia is the oldest nation in Africa.