Laas Geel
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Woqooyi Galbeed Region — View on map
Description
Laas Geel holds some of the finest Neolithic rock paintings in Africa — ochre cattle, herders, and wild animals on granite shelters about an hour from Hargeisa.
Things to Do
- Tour the painted rock shelters
- Learn the Neolithic cattle-herding story
- Photograph the granite landscape
- Combine with a Hargeisa city stay
- Walk the surrounding highland country
About this destination
Attractions
Heritage SitesNational Parks
Space Type
NatureCultural
Destination Type
HighlandHistoric
Amenities
Guided Tours
Location
Laas Geel is located in the Woqooyi Galbeed Region of Somalia (9.581, 44.279).
