BBC - MYTHS AND HEROES: THE QUEEN OF SHEBA: Axum, Ethiopia

The precise purpose of these huge stelae is unknown, but Axum is claimed by Ethiopian scriptures to have been the seat of the Ethiopian kings as early as 4370BC. Archaeological evidence suggests that Axum dates from much later - around the first century ADNikon F5, 17-35mm, Fuji Velvia 100
Axum, Ethiopia

The precise purpose of these huge stelae is unknown, but Axum is claimed by Ethiopian scriptures to have been the seat of the Ethiopian kings as early as 4370BC. Archaeological evidence suggests that Axum dates from much later - around the first century AD 

Nikon F5, 17-35mm, Fuji Velvia 100