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Berbera Old Town
Beste Besuchszeit
Early morning from 7 to 9, before the sun starts beating down mercilessly and the streets are free of crowds of locals rushing to work. From November to February the weather is most comfortable for walks.
Budgettipps
Entry to the Old City is free, but local schoolchildren often offer themselves as guides for a couple of dollars. Bring small bills with you; neither cards nor change for large notes are accepted here.
Empfohlen für
Experienced travelers, Photographers and architecture enthusiasts, Seekers of non-touristy routes, Fans of the history of trade and navigation
Planen Sie Ihren Besuch
2-3 hours
Über
Schnelle Fakten: Die engen Gassen von Berbera bewahren die Erinnerung an die Zeit, als der Hafen das wichtigste Tor Somalias für den Handel mit Arabien und Indien war. Die örtlichen Steinhäuser mit geschnitzten Holztüren erinnern an die Schritte der Händler, die mit Dau über den Golf von Aden hier ankamen.
Highlights: In der Altstadt sind einzigartige osmanische Hammams erhalten, die über 150 Jahre alt sind und in denen man noch immer die Hitze eines echten Steinofens spüren kann. Vom Dach einer verfallenen Kaufmannsvilla aus hat man einen Blick auf das Labyrinth der Gassen, in dem Jungen zwischen Mauern, die 400 Jahre alt sind, Fußball spielen.
Insidertipps
- Wear closed-toe shoes. Goats and trash roam among the stones, and sandals will not protect you from dust and sharp edges.
- Take photos of the carved wooden doors on Sheikh Mahmud Street. These are the oldest and most richly decorated examples in the city.
- Skip the main mosque interior if you are not a Muslim. You will not be let in anyway, but the facade with its 19th century minaret is worth examining.
- Agree on the price with local guides before the tour starts, not after. The usual rate is 3-5 dollars per hour.
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