Fun facts about Ali Sabieh
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Ali Sabieh became a 'boom city' when the Ethio-Djibouti Railways reached it on 14 July 1900.
Ali Sabieh
Djibouti
Ali Sabieh is the second-largest city in Djibouti and the capital of the Ali Sabieh Region. It is situated about 98 kilometres southwest of Djibouti City, 10 km (6 mi) north of the border with Ethiopia, and along National Highway 5.
From the “History” section
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The city is located in a mountainous area at an elevation of 756 metres (2,480 feet) above sea level.
Ali Sabieh
Djibouti
Ali Sabieh is the second-largest city in Djibouti and the capital of the Ali Sabieh Region. It is situated about 98 kilometres southwest of Djibouti City, 10 km (6 mi) north of the border with Ethiopia, and along National Highway 5.
From the “Geography” section
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Ali Sabieh has a hot semi-arid climate, with average high temperatures in summer ranging from 32 °C (90 °F) to 37 °C (99 °F).
Ali Sabieh
Djibouti
Ali Sabieh is the second-largest city in Djibouti and the capital of the Ali Sabieh Region. It is situated about 98 kilometres southwest of Djibouti City, 10 km (6 mi) north of the border with Ethiopia, and along National Highway 5.
From the “Climate” section
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As of the 2024 census, Ali Sabieh has a population of 44,782, making it the second-most populous city in Djibouti.
Ali Sabieh
Djibouti
Ali Sabieh is the second-largest city in Djibouti and the capital of the Ali Sabieh Region. It is situated about 98 kilometres southwest of Djibouti City, 10 km (6 mi) north of the border with Ethiopia, and along National Highway 5.
From the “Demographics” section
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Football and basketball are the most popular sports in Ali Sabieh, with a football field that can accommodate 1,500 spectators.
Ali Sabieh
Djibouti
Ali Sabieh is the second-largest city in Djibouti and the capital of the Ali Sabieh Region. It is situated about 98 kilometres southwest of Djibouti City, 10 km (6 mi) north of the border with Ethiopia, and along National Highway 5.
From the “Sports” section
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