Addis Ababa Map

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Description:

Author: Ontheworldmap.com
Map based on the free editable OSM map openstreetmap.org.


You may download, print or use the above map for educational, personal and non-commercial purposes. Attribution is required. For any website, blog, scientific research or e-book, you must place a hyperlink (to this page) with an attribution next to the image used.



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About Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, the capital and largest city of Ethiopia, stands at an elevation of 2,355 meters, making it one of the highest capital cities in the world. Founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II, the city's name means "New Flower" in Amharic.

Home to approximately 5 million inhabitants, Addis Ababa serves as the diplomatic capital of Africa, hosting the headquarters of the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. The city's architectural landscape blends traditional Ethiopian structures with modern buildings and includes landmarks such as the Holy Trinity Cathedral and the National Museum, home to the famous Lucy fossil.

The city's economy is diverse, featuring the largest open market in Africa, Mercato, and serves as Ethiopia's financial hub. Addis Ababa's infrastructure includes the Bole International Airport and the recently constructed Light Rail Transit System, the first of its kind in sub-Saharan Africa.

The Facts:
Population: ~ 5,000,000.
Metropolitan population: ~ 7,000,000.

Written and fact-checked by Ontheworldmap.com team.
Last Updated: December 10, 2024