Hawassa
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Hawassa

Culture & heritage

About Hawassa

Sidama — vibrant southern lakeside city

On the eastern shore of Lake Hawassa, capital of the Sidama Region. Known for its fish market at dawn, palm-lined avenues, the Fiche Chambalala new-year festival and as a leader of Ethiopia's specialty coffee scene.

Highlights

  • Lake Hawassa fish market
  • Fiche Chambalala festival
  • Specialty coffee farms
  • Amora Gedel Park

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