Camels in Menjare Region

I must admit I am fascinated with Camels.  They  just seem so graceful as they lope along.   Also I have notices almost a "pet" connection with their minders.   The genuinely seem to show affection to those who take care of them.

Most of the camels I have seen in Ethiopia have been more to the North, but there were many camels along the roads and carrying good to market along the road.   Here are a few photos we took.





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