𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐤𝐡 𝐇𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐢𝐧 of Bale Skip to main content

Discovering Jimma, Ethiopia: A Hidden Gem of History, Nature, and Culture

Discovering Jimma, Ethiopia: A Hidden Gem of History, Nature, and Culture Nestled in the heart of southwestern Ethiopia, Jimma is a city that blends a rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and a warm sense of community. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply an adventurous traveler, Jimma has something special to offer. A Historical Treasure Jimma is renowned for its historical significance, serving as the capital of the Gibe Kingdom during the 19th century. One of its key attractions is the Abba Jifar Palace , which stands as a monument to the legacy of King Abba Jifar II, a ruler celebrated for his governance and contributions to the region. Walking through the palace, visitors can experience Ethiopia's royal history and marvel at the traditional Gibe architecture. Coffee Capital of Ethiopia Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, and Jimma holds a special place in its coffee culture. The nearby Kaffa region , from which coffee derives its na...
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𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐤𝐡 𝐇𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐢𝐧 of Bale

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐤𝐡 𝐇𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐢𝐧

Twice a year, tens of thousands of people from all over Oromia and other parts of Ethiopia make a pilgrimage to the Anajina site on the border of the West Hararge and Bale Zones to commemorate the two annual Islamic celebrations of Hajji and Zahra at Anajina's 900-year-old Dirre Sheikh Hussein shrine.
Sheikh Hussein is visited twice a year by many thousands of pilgrims from all over eastern Ethiopia and comprises a large complex of mosques, shrines, and tombs surrounded by a stout wall. There are also a number of man-made caves and artificial ponds in the area. Holy white chalk from the caves is taken back by the pilgrims to many parts of the country.
Tourist activity
Religious activity/pilgrim- Religious tourism, also known as faith tourism refers to traveling individually or in groups to holy sites. This place is referred to as meka of the poor
Tombstone- Tombstone tourist is an individual who enjoys history of famous deaths, cemeteries, epitaphs and gravestone rubbing. At dirre sheick hussien there are tombs of famous religious seabass.
Cultural activity-Cultural tourism is where travelers engage with a country or religion’s culture, especially the lifestyle and other elements that shaped the life of the people
Historical exploration- the shrine was built 1000 years ago and this heritage is an opportunity for tourists with research purposes and history lovers.


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