Mogadishu (مقديشو), known locally as Xamar , is the largest
city in Somalia and the nation's capital. Located on the Indian Ocean coast of
the Horn of Africa, in the Banaadir regional administration in
southeastern Somalia.
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Somalia has the biggest coast line
in Africa with 3100km along the Indian Ocean which can be home to loveliest
beaches for tourism, Features of the city include the Hamarwein old town, the
Bakaara Market, Lido Beach, Jazeera Beach, site for Black Hawk Down, Afgoye
Farms . The sandy beaches of Mogadishu (Lido beach)
have vibrant coral reefs, and are primary real estate for the first tourist resorts in many years. As of 2014, it had a population of 2,853,000 residents.
have vibrant coral reefs, and are primary real estate for the first tourist resorts in many years. As of 2014, it had a population of 2,853,000 residents.
Climate
The Indian Ocean coastline features
some of the most impressive beaches in the world. With pure sand, temperate
waters and abundant wildlife, Mogadishu’s beachfront could be developed into a
popular tourist destination. A dry, hot climate is typical in this eastern
African city, with average temperatures ranging from the low 70s to the high
80s throughout the year. Rainy days come rarely to Mogadishu, and the wettest
weather occurs from May through August.
Internationals
New York Times correspondent Jeffrey
Gettleman says on his most visits to Mogadishu he found an exciting, hopeful
city. He tells that new investors like Turkey have pumped millions into the
capital city, and Somali entrepreneurs have a greater stake in maintaining
stability.
"There's a big beach now that's
open on Fridays. And there are thousands of people swimming in the water,
playing soccer on the sand, selling Popsicles and things like that. It's really
remarkable”
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