The borough of Axum Fold is located on a steep and rugged terrain on the Abyssinian Hills. The area was mostly uninhabited and used only for its vast grasslands as pastoral land. The mountains previously known as Beallachmor, but after Abyssinias victory over colonial Italy in 1896, Count Rythor brought up the idea for a borough dedicated to Abyssinia. From then on, the mountain range was officially named as Abyssinian Hills and the Borough was officially established in 1897. With the construction of streets in neighbouring Staithes, a few years before the official foundation of the borough, half a dozen wealthy families moved to the south side of the area known for its scenic views. They built mansions and parks, but the development of the area proved to be difficult due to its high altitude and access to the peak plains was limited. The construction of Adwa Climb, the steepest street in the entire metropolitan region, and the erecting of the Sheban Teeth stelae on Aksum Square, the area became a popular attraction. Later, Inverportshire Zoo, Lalibela Gardens and the many viewpoints would further increase visitor numbers to the area.