Asosa
City

Asosa

Culture & heritage

About Asosa

Berta, Gumuz & others — gold-rich frontier

Capital of the Benishangul-Gumuz Region near the Sudan border. Asosa's gentle hills, traditional Berta beehive houses, gold mining heritage and lively Friday market reflect a unique western Ethiopian culture.

Highlights

  • Berta beehive houses
  • Friday open market
  • Gold panning heritage
  • Bamboo crafts

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