Arba Minch

Arba Minch sits at about 1,285 meters elevation and stretches between the administrative district of Shecha in the north and the commercial zone of Sikela in the south. A paved road network connects these two sections and creates a manageable city layout.

The city was established in the early 1960s and replaced Chencha as the administrative center of the Gamo-Gofa region. This founding marked a significant shift in regional governance and development.

The city is home to Ethiopian Orthodox Christians, Protestants, and Muslims who coexist within its neighborhoods. Local markets display traditional goods from surrounding communities and reflect how trade connects the city to rural areas.

The city is easily accessible by air through daily Ethiopian Airlines flights. It serves as a natural base for exploring Nechisar National Park and Lake Chamo nearby.

The city's name comes from forty natural springs that supply water to the area. These springs feed the local forests and create green spaces within the surrounding landscape.

Location: Gamo Zone

Elevation above the sea: 1,269 m

GPS coordinates: 6.02151,37.55398

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:06