New Delhi [India], Sep 4 (ANI): Expanding its overseas portfolio, Sarovar Hotels Pvt. Ltd. has announced signing of its latest project in Africa, Yeha Hotel- A Sarovar Premiere Hotel, a luxury property in Axum, Ethiopia.

This development signifies Sarovar's focus on Africa and the latest addition to its existing portfolio of properties in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Zambia.

Travellers would love to visit the ancient city of Axum, a UNESCO heritage site, where it is believed the true Arc of the Covenant is hidden.

Once the residing city of Queen of Sheba, Axum is now a tourist town and religious centre best known for its obelisks which are more than 2000 years old and many ancient churches. Nestled in the foothills of the historical Adwa Mountains, Axum is a city steeped in history and antiquities.

Yeha Hotel- A Sarovar Premiere Hotel will be a modern, luxurious development with a revolving restaurant and bar. It will also have the latest amenities in conferencing and meeting, a swimming pool, water amusement park and a kid's playground.

"We are excited to have signed a hotel in Axum. A city of strong religious significance to millions of traveller. It is an important addition to our rapidly growing footprint in Africa and reflects the strong traction the brand is gaining in the region," said MD, Sarovar Hotels Pvt. Ltd., Ajay K. Bakaya.

Adding to this he added that the group sees great growth potential in the market with high demand, and this development makes a momentous step in our growth and expansion strategy in the overseas market.

Focused on strategic expansion throughout India and Africa, Sarovar Hotels plans further expansion in Jaisalmer, Gorakhpur, Dehradun, Katra, Lusaka and Dar Es Salaam. (ANI)


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