This location map clearly depicts Somalia's location on the world map, emphasizing its strategic location in the Horn of Africa. Highlighted in red within the African continent, Somalia is bordered to the east by the Indian Ocean and lies near key global trade routes. This map provides a larger geographic context, showing surrounding continents and key latitude-longitude lines. It's a useful reference for understanding Somalia's global location and regional significance.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Federal Republic of Somalia |
| Capital City | Mogadishu |
| Largest City | Mogadishu |
| Government | Federal parliamentary republic |
| Official Language | Somali, Arabic |
| Population | ~17 million (approx.) |
| Official Religion | Islam (predominantly Sunni) |
| Currency | Somali Shilling (SOS) |
| Area | 637,657 sq km |
| Major Rivers | Jubba River, Shabelle River |
| Highest Peak | Mount Shimbiris (2,416 m) |
| Time Zone | UTC+3 |
| Calling Code | +252 |
| Internet TLD | .so |
| Drives on | Right |