Africa - Somalia (PDF Chapter)
This is the Somalia chapter from Lonely Planet’s Africa guidebook.
A few decades ago Somalia was a magnet for travellers, but right now the country is still unsafe for foreigners, with its people, places and infrastructure still recovering from over 25 years of brutal civil war.
- explore the fascinating history of Somalia
- maps
- understand the culture and environment
Coverage includes: Understand Somalia

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