Located in the Horn of Africa, Somaliland proclaimed itself independent from Somalia in the early 1990’s. Unlike the rest of Somalia, the self-declared country has largely avoided unrest. However the association to Somalia has often deterred visitors from visiting the peaceful country. The capital Hargeisa is bustling with street vendors wanting to exchange your money, spicy aromas from the food stalls and a daily camel market unlike any other livestock trading. It also hosts the Somaliland Marathon, the countries annual and only international mixed-gender event featuring a full marathon and 10km distance race. Las Geel is situated just outside of Hargeisa and is home to Neolithic cave paintings. The exact age of the rock art is uncertain estimates range between 3,000 and 10,000 BC. Meaning ‘camel’s well’ in Somali, the well-preserved imagery depicts cows giving a glimpse into the countries livestock history. Somaliland’s coastal highlight is found in the city of Berbera. Previously a bustling Ottoman town at the centre of trade between the Middle East and the Horn of Africa, it now stands as a shadow of its former glory. It’s only trace found in the cities architecture, featuring Ottoman- style brightly coloured buildings and mosque. Daallo Forest doesn’t disappoint nature enthusiasts with its diversity of flora, fauna, birds and mammals.
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Untamed Borders Ltd is an England and Wales Ltd company number 6748438
