Fun facts about Burao
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The word 'burco' describes open, elevated land with soft, rich soil, indicating the fertility of the Burao area.
Burao
Somalia
Burao, also spelt Bur'o or Bur'ao, is the capital of the Togdheer region and the second largest city in Somaliland. Burao was the site of the declaration of an independent Somaliland on 18 May 1991.
From the “Etymology” section
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Burao originated as a well named Ceel-Gooni in the late 18th century, which was used by nomads.
Burao
Somalia
Burao, also spelt Bur'o or Bur'ao, is the capital of the Togdheer region and the second largest city in Somaliland. Burao was the site of the declaration of an independent Somaliland on 18 May 1991.
From the “History” section
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The Dervish movement was founded in Burao in 1899, leading to open hostility against British forces.
Burao
Somalia
Burao, also spelt Bur'o or Bur'ao, is the capital of the Togdheer region and the second largest city in Somaliland. Burao was the site of the declaration of an independent Somaliland on 18 May 1991.
From the “History” section
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Burao's population has grown from 12,600 in 1962 to 750,000 in 2023.
Burao
Somalia
Burao, also spelt Bur'o or Bur'ao, is the capital of the Togdheer region and the second largest city in Somaliland. Burao was the site of the declaration of an independent Somaliland on 18 May 1991.
From the “Demographics” section
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Burao is home to two of the largest livestock markets in the Horn of Africa, selling as many as 10,000 heads of sheep and goats daily.
Burao
Somalia
Burao, also spelt Bur'o or Bur'ao, is the capital of the Togdheer region and the second largest city in Somaliland. Burao was the site of the declaration of an independent Somaliland on 18 May 1991.
From the “Economy” section
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