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Iskushuban
Cities of Somalia Bari · Puntland

Iskushuban

Isku Shuban

A small Bari town known for its seasonal waterfalls and a fort from the Italian colonial era.

AdministrationPuntland
RegionBari
Population3,616Estimate: urban population of the whole district (UNFPA PESS 2014), 2014
Location10.283°, 50.233°
Places to visit3
Neighbourhoods1

Overview

Iskushuban is a small town and the seat of Iskushuban District in the Bari region, about 80 km east of Qardho and 150 km south of Bosaso. It is known for seasonal waterfalls described as the second largest in Somalia after those at Lamadaye in Sanaag.

What makes it unique

  • 01Seasonal waterfalls
  • 02An Italian-era fort
  • 03Valley and hill scenery

Places to visit

Nature

Iskushuban waterfalls

Waterfalls that flow after the rains.

Historic

Iskushuban fort

The town citadel, strengthened in the Italian era.

Historic

Arie valley

Remains of an old settlement between Iskushuban and Qardho.

Neighbourhoods · Iskushuban

1 neighbourhoods
  • Jacayl

This list contains verified names; editors keep adding more.

History

The area was part of the Majeerteen Sultanate before coming under Italian Somaliland. The town has a fort strengthened during the Italian period and colonial-era administrative buildings.

Culture

The community lives from herding and trade, and town life centres on the market and the main street.

Economy

The economy relies on livestock, small trade and district services.

Photos

News · Iskushuban