Historic
Arie valley
Remains of an old settlement between Qardho and Iskushuban.
Qardho – history, culture and places to visit | Warar
Cities of Somalia Karkaar · Puntland
Qardho
Gardo · QardoA crossroads town on the Bosaso–Garowe highway and the capital of Puntland's Karkaar region.
AdministrationPuntland
RegionKarkaar
Population52,976Estimate: urban population of the whole district (UNFPA PESS 2014), 2014
Location9.507°, 49.087°
Places to visit1
Overview
Qardho is a town in north-eastern Somalia and the capital of Puntland's Karkaar region, which was formerly part of Bari. It lies on the main highway between Bosaso and Garowe, making it a stopping point for transport and traders.
What makes it unique
- 01Capital of the Karkaar region
- 02A key stop on the Bosaso–Garowe highway
- 03Ancient remains in the nearby Arie valley
Places to visit
History
The area was historically part of the Majeerteen Sultanate and came under Italian Somaliland in the early 20th century. In the Arie valley, between Qardho and Iskushuban, lie the remains of an older settlement with thick-walled structures.
Culture
Qardho is a town of herders and traders, with a branch of East Africa University and other educational institutions.
Economy
The economy relies on highway trade, livestock and district services.