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Facts I learned today:

• Ethiopia was also known as Abyssinia (though the name Ethiopia was used for a long time)
• Indian Rupee and Mexican dollar was used in foreign trade.
• The country is located near Somalia
• The word Birr translates to Silver
• Ethiopia is Africa's oldest independent country, and 2nd in terms of population.
• Apart from Mussolini's Italy's invasion, it has never been colonized.

The biggest brand is the ubiquitous Bajaj three-wheeler. The bulk of these vehicles are old, rickety and painted blue, but they outnumber cars. While Bajaj vehicles were the first to come here, Chinese three-wheelers have flooded the place. “But they are all called Bajaj"

Welcoming my 37th Country coin with great pride.