Hawassa (Amharic: አዋሳ; ʾäwasa, also spelled Awassa or Awasa) known historically as Adare[3] is a city in Ethiopia, on the shores of Lake Hawassa in the Great Rift Valley.

Hawassa town began to be administered by a municipality in 1962. Hawassa town has got its name from “Hawassa Lake”, which in the Sidama language stands for “large or wide water body”.

Hawassa is not just a city; it is a shared vision built on deep historical roots and an extraordinary natural endowment. Established in 1952 G.C., we have grown from a small settlement into a …

Dec 19, 2025 · Hawassa (or Awasa), the capital city of Ethiopia’s Sidama Region, is located in the heart of the Great Rift Valley. Known for its scenic beauty, vibrant culture, and economic …

#Ethiopia Hawassa is a city in Ethiopia, on the shores of Lake Awassa in the Great Rift Valley. Its name comes from a Sidamic word meaning "wide body of water".

Hawassa (also Awasa or Awassa) is in Southern Ethiopia. Hawassa is on the eastern shore of Lake Awasa and is a growing resort town with two luxurious resorts directly on the lake, and a …

Hawassa, a city nestled in the Great Rift Valley, is a delightful blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and modern development. Its location on the shores of Lake Hawassa offers …