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'''Tourism in Somaliland''' is regulated by the [[Somaliland]]'s Ministry of Tourism.
'''Tourism in Somaliland''' is regulated by [[Somaliland]]'s Ministry of Tourism.


==History==
==History==
The history of tourism in Somaliland was historically tied to that of Somalia's, which decreased rapidly during the Somali Civil War. Since the [[Independence Day (Somaliland)|declaration of Somaliland independence]] and the establishment of a ''de facto'' legal government, stability has returned to all but the easternmost part of the country. Many tourists go to Somaliland to visit the archaeological and historical sites that can be found close to the capital, [[Hargeisa]], and other settlements like Zeila; for the natural wonders like the beaches of Berbera or the Cal Madow mountains; or for adventure tourism of being in a country that doesn't legally exist, is still technically in civil war as part of Somalia, or just to say that they've been to Somalia, albeit without much of the danger found in Somalia proper.
The history of tourism in Somaliland is linked to that of [[Somalia]]. The tourism industry declined rapidly during the Somali Civil War. Since the [[Independence Day (Somaliland)|declaration of Somaliland's independence]] and the establishment of a ''de facto'' legal government, stability has returned to everywhere but the easternmost part of the country. Many tourists go to Somaliland to visit the archaeological and historical sites and settlements, natural wonders and adventure tourism. Famous examples are [[Hargeisa]], Zeila, the beaches of Berbera or the Cal Madow mountains. Being a country that doesn't legally exist and is still technically in civil war a part of Somalia, makes it attractive for Adventure tourism. Some may travel to Somaliland to claim that they've been to Somalia, albeit without much of the danger found there.


Most of the travelers to Somaliland enter through Djibouti as part of organized tours, as entering via sea or Somalia are not viable options, due to the Somali Civil War/[[Puntland–Somaliland dispute|Puntland-Somaliland Conflict]] and/or through piracy.
Most of the travelers to Somaliland enter through Djibouti or Ethiopia, as entering via sea or Somalia is not considered viable due to the Somali Civil War/[[Puntland–Somaliland dispute|Puntland-Somaliland Conflict]].


==Historical sites==
==Historical sites==

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*[[Dhambalin]] – Archaeological site in northern Somalia, with rock art in the Ethiopian-Arabian style showing early evidence of animal domestication.
[[File:The National Archives UK - CO 1069-8-36.jpg|thumb|right|Aerial view of the [[Dervish State]]'s main fort complex in [[Taleh]].]]
[[File:The National Archives UK - CO 1069-8-36.jpg|thumb|right|Aerial view of the [[Dervish State]]'s main fort complex in [[Taleh]].]]
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*[[Dhambalin]] – Archaeological site in [[Sahil, Somaliland|Sahil]] region, with rock art in the Ethiopian-Arabian style showing early evidence of animal domestication.
*[[Haylaan]] – Site of numerous ancient ruins and buildings. Includes the tombs of Sheikh [[Darod]] and his wife [[Dobira]].
*[[Haylaan]] – Site of numerous ancient ruins and buildings. Includes the tombs of Sheikh [[Darod]] and his wife [[Dobira]].
*[[Laas Gaal]] – Complex of caves in northwestern Somalia containing some of the earliest known [[rock art]] in the region. Its cave paintings have been estimated to date back between 9,000-3,000 BCE.
*[[Laas Gaal]] – Complex of caves in northwestern Somaliland containing some of the earliest known [[rock art]] in the region. Its cave paintings have been estimated to date back between 9,000-3,000 BCE.
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*[[Maydh]] – Site of an ancient port city in the Sanaag region of Somaliland. Includes the tomb of [[Ishaaq bin Ahmed|Sheikh Isaaq]].
*[[Las Khorey]] – Former capital of the Warsangali Sultanate. Is the seat of the Sultan's former two-storey palace, a fortress, and a number of other historic ruins.
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*[[Maydh]] – Site of an ancient port city in the Sanaag region of Somalia. Includes the tomb of Sheikh [[Isaaq]].
*[[Qa’ableh]] – Old town with a number of ancient burial structures. Believed to harbor the tombs of former kings from early periods of Somali history. Includes the tomb of Sheikh [[Harti (Darod)|Harti]].
*[[Qa’ableh]] – Old town with a number of ancient burial structures. Believed to harbor the tombs of former kings from early periods of Somali history. Includes the tomb of Sheikh [[Harti (Darod)|Harti]].
*[[Qombo'ul]] – Historic town in the Sanaag region. Sites include ancient ruins, buildings and structures.
*[[Qombo'ul]] – Historic town in the Sanaag region. Sites include ancient ruins, buildings and structures.
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*[[Transport in Somalia]]
*[[Transport in Somalia]]
*[[Maritime history of Somalia]]
*[[Maritime history of Somalia]]
*[[Visa policy of Somaliland]]


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Latest revision as of 19:52, 30 July 2024

Tourism in Somaliland is regulated by Somaliland's Ministry of Tourism.

History

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The history of tourism in Somaliland is linked to that of Somalia. The tourism industry declined rapidly during the Somali Civil War. Since the declaration of Somaliland's independence and the establishment of a de facto legal government, stability has returned to everywhere but the easternmost part of the country. Many tourists go to Somaliland to visit the archaeological and historical sites and settlements, natural wonders and adventure tourism. Famous examples are Hargeisa, Zeila, the beaches of Berbera or the Cal Madow mountains. Being a country that doesn't legally exist and is still technically in civil war a part of Somalia, makes it attractive for Adventure tourism. Some may travel to Somaliland to claim that they've been to Somalia, albeit without much of the danger found there.

Most of the travelers to Somaliland enter through Djibouti or Ethiopia, as entering via sea or Somalia is not considered viable due to the Somali Civil War/Puntland-Somaliland Conflict.

Historical sites

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Aerial view of the Dervish State's main fort complex in Taleh.
  • Dhambalin – Archaeological site in Sahil region, with rock art in the Ethiopian-Arabian style showing early evidence of animal domestication.
  • Haylaan – Site of numerous ancient ruins and buildings. Includes the tombs of Sheikh Darod and his wife Dobira.
  • Laas Gaal – Complex of caves in northwestern Somaliland containing some of the earliest known rock art in the region. Its cave paintings have been estimated to date back between 9,000-3,000 BCE.
  • Maydh – Site of an ancient port city in the Sanaag region of Somaliland. Includes the tomb of Sheikh Isaaq.
  • Qa’ableh – Old town with a number of ancient burial structures. Believed to harbor the tombs of former kings from early periods of Somali history. Includes the tomb of Sheikh Harti.
  • Qombo'ul – Historic town in the Sanaag region. Sites include ancient ruins, buildings and structures.
  • Taleh – Former capital of the Dervish State. Features a large fortress complex.
  • Zeila – The commercial port of Avalites in antiquity, and the first capital of the medieval Adal Sultanate.

Beaches

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Beach in Berbera.

Waterfalls

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Mountain ranges

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The Cal Madow mountain range.

National parks

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Main article: List of national parks of Somaliland

See also

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Wikivoyage has a travel guide for Somaliland.
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