Kal-Sheikh

Kal-Sheikh
Archaeological site
Country  Somalia
Region Togdheer
District Sheikh
Time zone EAT (UTC+3)

Kal-Sheikh is an archaeological site in the northwestern Togdheer region of Somalia.

Overview

Kal-Sheikh is situated in the Sheikh District. The site features a number of caves adorned with rock art of animals and other figures. As no major archaeological excavation has been conducted here, the Kal-Sheikh paintings are of uncertain origin, purpose and date.[1][2]

See also

Notes

  1. Hodd, Michael (1994). East African Handbook. Trade & Travel Publications. p. 640. ISBN 0844289833.
  2. Ali, Ismail Mohamed (1970). Somalia Today: General Information. Ministry of Information and National Guidance, Somali Democratic Republic. p. 295.
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