Kal-Sheikh
Kal-Sheikh is an archaeological site in the Togdheer region of Somaliland.
Kal-Sheikh | |
|---|---|
Archaeological site | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Togdheer |
| District | Sheikh |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
Overview
Kal-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 Isse Musse sub-clan of the Habar Awal.
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See also
Notes
- Hodd, Michael (1998-01-01). East Africa Handbook. Footprint Handbooks Limited.
- 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.
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