Kal-Sheikh (Somali: Kal-Sheekh) is an archaeological site in the Sahil region of Somaliland.
Kal-Sheikh
Kal-Sheekh | |
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Archaeological site | |
| Country |  Somaliland |
| Region | Sahil |
| District | Sheikh |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
Overview
editKal-Sheikh is situated in the Sheikh District. The site features a number of caves adorned with rock art of animals[1] and other figures. As no major archaeological excavation has been conducted here, the Kal-Sheikh paintings are of uncertain origin, purpose and date.[2][3]
The Kal-Sheikh city and district are inhabited by people from the Deerayahan and Reer Sahal sub-divisions of the Issa Musa sub-clan of the Habar Awal.
See also
editNotes
edit- ^ Hodd, Michael (1998-01-01). East Africa Handbook. Footprint Handbooks Limited. ISBN 9780844249780.
- ^ Hodd, Michael (1994). East African Handbook. Trade & Travel Publications. p. 640. ISBN 0844289833.
- ^ Ali, Ismail Mohamed (1970). Somalia Today: General Information. Ministry of Information and National Guidance, Somali Democratic Republic. p. 295.