The birthplace of Arabica coffee in southwestern Ethiopia
Jimma is the largest city in southwestern Ethiopia and the historical centre of the Kaffa region, where wild Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica) is believed to have originated. The surrounding highland forests are part of the coffee's natural homeland, and the region remains one of Ethiopia's most important coffee-producing areas.\n\nVisitors can explore the palace of Abba Jifar II, the last king of the Gibe Kingdom, the Jimma Museum, and the forested landscapes where coffee grows wild. Jimma is also the gateway to the Kafa Biosphere Reserve and to Chebera Churchura National Park, making it a rewarding stop for coffee lovers and nature travellers alike.
Abba Jifar II Palace
Jimma Museum
Kafa Biosphere Reserve
Wild coffee forests
Chebera Churchura National Park (nearby)
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