Why visit
Mogadishu is the capital of Somalia. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Somalia at a glance
Country center
10.0°, 49.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
637,657 km²
246,201 mi²
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Currency
Somali shilling (Sh)
SOS
Dial
+252
Languages
Arabic, Somali
Demonym
Somali
Internet
.so
UN
Member state
ISO code
SO / SOM
Where in the world
10.0° · 49.0°
Somalia
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Did you know
- Somalia has the longest coastline in mainland Africa (more than 3,300 km).
- The Somali language was only officially written down in 1972, using a standardized Latin script.
- Somaliland, a self-declared region in the north, has had its own government and currency since 1991 but is unrecognized internationally.
Bordering Somalia
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Mogadishu
What currency is used in Mogadishu?
Mogadishu uses the Somali shilling (Sh), ISO code SOS.
What languages are spoken in Somalia?
The primary languages are Arabic and Somali.
What is the international calling code for Somalia?
The calling code is +252.
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