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Massawa is a newly built international airport in Eritrea, with a greater capacity than Asmara. It is the hub of Nasair, the only airline that operates from this airport. Nasair offers regular international flights from Massawa to exciting destinations such as Dubai, Doha, Khartoum, Jeddah, and Nairobi. If you are traveling domestically, Nasair also connects Massawa to the capital city of Asmara. On the other hand, international flights from other airlines such as Lufthansa, Egyptair, Yemenia, Fly Dubai, and Ethiopian land in Asmara's older and smaller airport. To reach Massawa from Asmara and other parts of inland Eritrea, you can take the scenic Asmara-Massawa highway. Buses and minibuses operate multiple times daily between Asmara and Massawa. Public buses cost 31 Nakfa one way, while private minibuses cost 50 Nakfa one way. If you want to explore the surrounding areas, regional buses run from the Massawa bus station a couple of times a week. However, if you are looking to venture beyond Massawa, you can embark on a two-day coastal voyage to the port city of Assab or travel inland via Asmara. Another unique way to reach Asmara is by the narrow gauge rail, although this service is currently limited to chartered tours and operates with steam engines, resembling a museum railway.

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Popular Foods

Dish: InjeraInjera is a sourdough flatbread made from teff flour, which is a staple food in Eritrean cuisine. It's fermented for several days, giving it a slightly tangy flavor and spongy texture. Injera serves as both a utensil and a plate, as it is used to scoop up other dishes with your right hand.

Dish: AlichaAlicha is a traditional Eritrean dip or side dish made from finely chopped and boiled potatoes, carrots, onions, and green peppers, cooked in olive oil with garlic, ginger, and other spices. It has a mildly spicy taste and is often served alongside injera and other Eritrean dishes.

Dish: AzifAzif is a popular Eritrean snack made from roasted corn kernels mixed with peanuts, sesame seeds, and spices like berbere (a blend of chili powder, garlic, ginger, and other spices). This crunchy, savory snack is enjoyed by people of all ages and is often shared among friends and family.

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