The capital city of Eritrea, Asmara, is renowned for its well-preserved Italian colonial architecture. There are few cities so suited to the simple pleasure of walking and exploring as Asmara. The climate is perfect, the streets are clean, refreshment is widespread, crime is very rare, the architecture is stunning, the distances are manageable, the sights are varied, and the people are warm. Explore the city on foot and discover its many hidden treasures, from 1930s art deco buildings, cinemas to futuristic petrol stations, and when you are tired there is always a café nearby in which to refuel with a wide selection of deinks and pastries.