Ethiopian Highland is a term that denotes a cannabis strain hailing from the elevated terrains of Ethiopia. This landrace strain is renowned for its adaptability to high-altitude conditions, making it a resilient and hardy plant. The Ethiopian Highland strain is a pure sativa, known for delivering an invigorating and cerebral high, often associated with increased energy and creativity. Its flavor profile is a delightful mix of earthy and spicy undertones, appealing to connoisseurs who appreciate unique and authentic cannabis experiences. As the cannabis landscape shifts towards more natural and organic strains, the Ethiopian Highland remains a top choice for those who value traditional and potent sativa effects. [Source: Cannabis Now, Harvard Health]
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The Ethiopian Highlands (also called the Abyssinian Highlands) is a rugged mass of mountains extending from Ethiopia to Eritrea in Northeast Africa. It forms the largest continuous area of its elevation in the continent, with little of its surface falling below 1,500 m (4,900 ft), while the summits reach heights of up to 4,550 m (14,930 ft). It is sometimes called the "Roof of Africa" due to its height and large area. Ethiopia is the only country in the region with such a high elevated surface. This elevated surface is bisected diagonally by the Great East African Rift System which extends from Syria to Mozambique across the East African Lakes. Most of the Ethiopian Highlands are part of central and northern Ethiopia, with the Eritrean Highlands as its northernmost portion. The Ethiopia-Yemen Continental Flood Basalts are shared between the Horn of Africa and highlands of Upper Yemen along with the cultural, historical, and genetic ties of the two regions on opposite ends of the Red Sea.
| Ethiopian Highlands | |
|---|---|
 The Semien Mountains with the tallest peak Ras Dashen in the Ethiopian Highlands are a World Heritage Site and include the Semien Mountains National Park | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 4,550 m (14,930 ft) |
| Geography | |
 Topographic map | |
| Location | Ethiopia - Eritrea |
| Geology | |
| Rock age | 75 million years |
| Mountain type | Mountain range |
