Ambo Town Admin

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       Ambo Tow Administration 

Ambo is a spa town and a transport hub in central Ethiopia located 114 Kms West of the capital Addis Ababa, on the road to Nekemte. The town was established in 1889 as a small village. Ambo is among a few privileged towns of its time to have its own municipal administration since 1931, and a master plan since 1991with a population of 71,514 including the population of expansion areas in 2010.

Ambo was also known as Denget Alam before 1936 and Hagere Hiwot after the invasion of Italy (1941) for its hot springs frequented by many people, as they are believed to have healing powers and serve as a recreation area for Ethiopian Royal families. Ambo is popular for its immense natural gifts including excellent climate which provides comfortable living and working environment. The town has also got refreshing recreation centers, and also famous for its mineral water and natural colored stone and red sandstone widely consumed all over the world. 

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AMBO Palace  Since 1943