Jimma Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in southwestern Ethiopia
About Jimma
In 2022, Jimma was home to about 207,000 people. The three largest ethnic groups in Jimma are the Oromo (80%), the Amhara (17%) and the Dawro (1%); all other ethnic groups make up 2% of the population. Amharic and Afan Oromo are each spoken by a plurality of inhabitants. The most popular religion practiced in Jimma is Islam, followed by Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity and Protestantism. What now lies in Jimma's northern suburbs was Jiren, the capital of a late 19th century Oromo kingdom. Formerly named Hirmata, the city during this period was a stopover market town on the trade route between the kingdoms of Shewa and Kaffa, and being only10km (6.2mi)from the palace of King Abba Jifar I. Jimma was an independent kingdom from 1790 to 1932. Soon after the death of King Abba Jifar II, Ethiopia
Top Attractions in Jimma
Explore the best things to see and do in Jimma:
- ★Aba Jifar Palace
- ★Coffee Pot Monument
- ★Jimma Museum
- ★Jimma University Mini Stadium
- ★Lake Boye
Where to Eat in Jimma
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Biqilti Jimma Cafe
- 🍴Melat Pastry
Where to Stay in Jimma
- 🏨Central Jimma Hotel
- 🏨Honeyland Hotel
Jimma Travel Guide Sections
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