Somalia
Somalia is a country in East Africa, Africa. Its capital is Mogadishu, with a population of approximately 17.1M and a total area of 637,657 km². The official languages are Somali / Arabic and the currency is the Somali Shilling (SOS).
📊 Quick Facts about Somalia
Somalia covers an area of 637,657 km² with a population density of 27/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $8.0B ($468 per capita) and gained independence in 1960. It has a coastline of 3,333 km.
Somalia has the longest coastline of any country in mainland Africa at 3,333km. The ancient Land of Punt, mentioned in Egyptian records as the source of gold, ivory and frankincense, is believed to have been located in modern Somalia.
✈️ Travel Information for Somalia
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.
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🏛 Must-See Places in Somalia
Some of the oldest and best-preserved rock art in Africa, cattle paintings dating to 9,000–3,000 BC
Ancient port city with Arab-influenced architecture, one of East Africa's oldest trading hubs
A coastal town with dramatic sand dunes tumbling into the Indian Ocean
The capital of the self-declared state of Somaliland, an MiG fighter jet displayed in the main roundabout
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Somalia
What is the capital of Somalia?
The capital of Somalia is Mogadishu.
What continent is Somalia in?
Somalia is located in Africa, in the East Africa region.
What currency does Somalia use?
Somalia uses the Somali Shilling (SOS). The international calling code is +252.
What is the GDP of Somalia?
Somalia has a GDP of $8.0B, with a GDP per capita of $468.
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