Mogadishu
East Africa, Somalia
Somalia
People from Mogadishu are called:
Male/General:
Mogadishan
Pronunciation:
/ˌmɒɡəˈdiːʃuː/
Etymology & Origin
From Somali 'Muqdisho', possibly meaning 'seat of the Shah' or from Arabic 'Maqad Shah' meaning 'royal seat'.
About Mogadishu
- Capital and largest city of Somalia on the Indian Ocean coast.
- Historic trading city and former center of medieval Islamic civilization.
- Known as the 'White Pearl of the Indian Ocean' for its beautiful beaches.
- Important port city connecting the Horn of Africa with the Arabian Peninsula.
- Ancient city with over 1,000 years of history as a major Somali cultural center.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 2,610,483 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Somalia
- Region:
- East Africa