Over a period from 2001 until 2007, a total of 4, 5 million NOK has been given in support to the project aimed at restoring the bath of Emperor Fasil situated in Gonder, Amhara region. The bath has a significant importance in the celebration of the religious Ethiopian Orthodox “Timket” (Epiphany) ceremony.
The summary of the evaluation states: “In Ethiopia, historical heritage, current use, awareness and pride create a good foundation for positive contributions to local development. The Norwegian work in restoring King Fasiledes` bath in Gonder had good local connections and was particularly successful.” The evaluation also reflects positive thoughts and expweriences from the Ethiopian side in terms of dealing with their Norwegian counterparts.
Read the entire 2009 evaluation of Norwegian Development Cooperation on: http://www.norad.no/en/Tools+and+publications/Publications/Publication+Page?key=171040, from which the specific report on Protection of Cultural Heritage can be accessed.