Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel — The Middle East (West Asia)
House of the Empress Taitu
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, March 12, 2023
1. House of the Empress Taitu Marker
House of the Emress Taitu
Built in 1903 in the Neo-Classic style by Empress Taitu, wife of King Menelek II of Ethopia. Atop the building is the Empress' symbol, a sun and crown. Served as the residence of the Turkish Governor and since 1930s, has housed the broadcasting Authority.
בית הקיסרית טאיטו
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بيت الامبراطورة اطورة
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 31° 46.975′ N, 35° 13.443′ E. Marker is in Jerusalem, Jerusalem District. Marker is on Heleni ha-Malka Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Heleni ha-Malka St 23, Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Shalhevet-Ya (Finnish Hostel) (within shouting distance of this marker); Salesian Catholic School (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); "Mahanayim" House (Frutiger House) (about 120 meters away); The Marienstift Children's Hospital 1872-1899
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Also see . . . Taytu Betul: The Cunning Empress of Ethiopia (Library of Congress).
Excerpt: Empress Taytu not only excelled in matters of war, but also in times of peace as a champion of development. She founded Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia and named it. She built the Etoto Maryam Church, which still stands to date. She gathered homeless orphans and educated them to be deacons, priests, and raised many others to several prestigious government positions. She erected the first hotel, Etege Taytu Hotel, after her name that stands till today. She also established an association to promote agriculture and trade among many other initiatives.(Submitted on April 9, 2023.)
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, March 12, 2023
2. House of the Empress Taitu Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 9, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 7, 2023, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 76 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 7, 2023, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
