Ambo, Ethiopia
Ambo | |
|---|---|
Town | |
Downtown Ambo (March 2006) | |
| Coordinates: 8°59′N 37°51′E / 8.983°N 37.850°E | |
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Region | Oromia |
| Zone | West Shewa |
| Elevation | 2,101 m (6,893 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
• Total | 94,342 |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
| Area code | 11 |
| Climate | Cwb |
Ambo (Oromo: Amboo, Amharic: አምቦ) is a town in west-central Ethiopia. Located in the West Shewa Zone of Oromia Region, west of Addis Ababa, it is the capital city of West Shewa zone. This town has a latitude and longitude of 8°59′N 37°51′E / 8.983°N 37.850°E and an elevation of 2,101 meters.
Ambo is known for its mineral water, which is bottled outside of town; it is reportedly the most popular brand in Ethiopia. Nearby attractions include Mount Wenchi to the south with its crater lake, and the Guder, Teltele and Huluka Falls. Ambo is also the location of a research station of the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research; initiated in 1977, this station hosts research in protecting major crops in Ethiopia. The town's market day is Tuesday, thursday and Saturday.