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Laas Geel, Hargeysa

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Must see · Geologic Formation · Nature / Park

Explore the ancient cave paintings tucked away in Laas Geel, a set of rock formations. Dating back to the Neolithic age, the drawings depict what the settlers experienced in their daily life. Survey the paintings of animals, many representing the cow. Some stand dressed in robes, signifying their importance to the ancient people, who also feature in the cave wall images. Put Laas Geel into our Hargeysa visit planning app to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Hargeysa.

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By Y4852UPolivert

Ayanle from Las Geel Tour Site organised an excellent 3-day tour in Somaliland. He already showed great skill when I entered from Ethiopia, as Ethiopia seems to have an unpredictable border policy at.... more »
By Emche

Even if it is expensive to come here (you must hire a 4x4 with driver and a guard) it is an amazing visit. You are in the middle of the desert, the paintings are incredibly beautiful and well... more »

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