Gash-Barka (Tigrinya: ጋሽ-ባርካ, Arabic: ‎‎‎إقليم قاش بركة) is an administrative region of Eritrea. It is situated in the south-west of the country, bordering the Anseba region to the north, and the Maekel (Central) and Debub (Southern) regions to the east; the country of Sudan lies to the west and Ethiopia to the south.

Gash-Barka is an administrative region of Eritrea. It is situated in the south-west of the country, bordering the Anseba region to the north, and the Maekel and Debub regions to the east; the country of Sudan lies to the west and Ethiopia to the south.

With an area of 37,000 square kilometers and a population of 600,000, the Gash Barka region makes up roughly one-third of Eritrea. Two seasonal rivers, the Gash which marks a geographical border between Eritrea and Ethiopia and the Barka river, cross the region.

Gash-Barka Region is the largest and sparsely populated region and is called the "bread-basket". The People's Front for Democracy and Justice or PFDJ (originally Eritrean People's Liberation Front) rules the country and its regions as a single-party totalitarian government.

1 day ago · Asmara, the capital city of Eritrea, is a vibrant and culturally rich location nestled in the Gash-Barka region. Known for its unique blend of Italian colonial architecture, Asmara offers visitors a glimpse into a fascinating history that combines diverse influences. The city sits at an elevation of approximately 2,400 meters, which contributes ...

Gash-Barka is a region in Eritrea. The capital city is Barentu. Other towns include Agordat (the former capital), Molki, Sebderat and Teseney. The region also includes the following subregions:

Gash-Barka Region. Gash-Barka Region is one of the six regions in Eritrea. It is located in the south west of the country. It is surrounded by the Anseba region to the north, the Central and North regions to the east, Sudan to the west, and the Ethiopian countries to the north.

Gash-Barka Region in Eritrea offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Visitors can explore ancient archaeological sites such as the ruins of Adulis and Metera, as well as traditional villages like Keren and Barentu.

May 18, 2012 · If there is ever a region that epitomizes food security of Eritrea, it’s the Gash Barka region. A frenzied sprawl of people it’s the largest region in Eritrea. It’s also a place where you will find eight out of nine ethnic groups live together in harmony.

Oct 16, 2019 · Gash-Barka is the largest region in Eritrea by land mass. It has a population of more than 800,000 and borders Anseba region to the north, Sudan to the west and Ethiopia to the south.