Jan Meda

Jan Meda Sport Ground or Jan Meda, is a large field in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. With an area of 25,000 square kilometers, the sport ground hosts Jan Meda International Cross Country as well as social and religious events, most notability, the Timkat celebration held there.
Commissioned by Emperor Menelik II to commemorate Ethiopian victory during 1896 Battle of Adwa, the ground is dedicated to St. George. Menelik, his royal family and entourages used the field for horse racing and polo. Jan Meda is a compound word of Jan and Meda. Thus, it is called "King's field". Jan Meda is a large open space located in north-eastern of Addis Ababa.
During the 60s and 70s, ye-gena qwas or dula tournaments were played among military divisions in the presence of higher officials whose teams included the "Mechal Club", Mekuria Club, Omedla Club, Finance Club, and more at Janhoy Meda on the day of Christmas.