Misraq Shewa (or "East Shewa") is one of the 12 Zones of the
Ethiopian Region of
Oromia. This zone takes its name from the kingdom or former province of
Shewa.Misraq Shewa is located in the middle of Oromia, connecting the western regions to the eastern ones. This zone is bordered on the south and southwest by the
Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples Region, on the west by
Mirab Shewa, on the northwest by
Semien Shewa, on the north by the
Amhara Region, on the northeast by the
Afar Region, and on the southwest by
Arsi; its westernmost reach is defined by the course of the
Bilate River. Towns and cities in Misraq Shewa include
Adama,
Debre Zeit, Metehara,
Shashamane, and
Ziway.
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