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Amhara Region

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Regional State
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Flag of Amhara Region
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Official seal of Amhara Region
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Map of Ethiopia showing Amhara Region
Map of Ethiopia showing Amhara Region
Country Ethiopia
Capital Bahir Dar
Area
 • Total 154,708.96 km2 (59,733.46 sq mi)
Area rank 3
Population
 (2014)
 • Total 20,018,988
 • Rank 2
 • Density 129.397728/km2 (335.138578/sq mi)
ISO 3166 code ET-AM

The Amhara Region is a large area in Ethiopia. It is one of the ten regional states that make up the country. This region is the traditional home of the Amhara people. Its capital city is Bahir Dar.

About the Amhara Region

The Amhara Region is known for its amazing natural beauty. It has Lake Tana, which is the biggest inland lake in Ethiopia. This lake is also where the Blue Nile River starts its long journey.

The region is also home to the Semien Mountains National Park. This park is famous for its tall mountains and unique wildlife. Inside the park, you'll find Ras Dashan. This is the highest point in all of Ethiopia, reaching very high into the sky!

How Amhara is Organized

Like other regions in Ethiopia, Amhara is divided into smaller parts called administrative zones. These zones help manage the different areas within the region. Here are the main administrative zones:

  • Agew Awi
  • East Gojjam
  • North Gondar
  • North Shewa
  • North Wollo
  • Oromia
  • South Gondar
  • South Wollo
  • Wag Hemra
  • West Gojjam
  • Bahir Dar (This is a special zone for the capital city)

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