National Museum of Somalia, National museum in Mogadishu, Somalia.
The National Museum of Somalia occupies a two-story building with Islamic architectural elements, housing collections across multiple exhibition floors in central Mogadishu.
Established in 1933 during Italian colonial rule, the museum building originated in 1872 as a residence for the Governor of Mogadishu under Zanzibar sultanate.
The ground floor exhibits display archaeological findings and ethnological artifacts, while upper levels present military history, language documentation, and literature collections.
The museum reopened in September 2019 after extensive reconstruction, now featuring restored exhibition spaces with traditional art, ancient weapons, and historical currency.
The museum survived multiple periods of closure and damage, including World War II and civil conflicts, yet maintained its role as Somalia's primary cultural institution.
Location: Mogadishu
Inception: 1934
Official opening: 1934
GPS coordinates: 2.03750,45.33810
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:32
From ancient rock paintings in Laas Geel to the beaches of Mogadishu, Somalia contains diverse natural and historical sites. The country features archaeological remains, colonial architecture, traditional markets, and protected wildlife areas. Religious buildings include mosques and a cathedral, while museums preserve local heritage. The coastline offers ports, beaches, and maritime landmarks, with national parks inland sheltering African wildlife and forests.
Villa Somalia
452 m
Embassy of the United States, Mogadishu
4.8 km
Mogadishu Cathedral
437 m
Lido Beach, Mogadishu
2.9 km
Mosque of Islamic Solidarity
876 m
Banadir Stadium
2.1 km
Arba'a Rukun Mosque
558 m
Fakr ad-Din Mosque
493 m
Gezira Beach
21.7 km
Governor's Palace of Mogadishu
531 m
Kismayo National Park
409.6 km
Lamu Fort Library
688 km
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
471 m
List of ambassadors of China to Somalia
195 m
Transitional Federal Parliament
3.5 km
Lamu Museum
688 km
Wajir Museum
587.6 km
Liido Beach
3.7 km
Lag Badana-Bushbush National Park
565.3 km
Jazeera Beach
6.9 km
Dheere
350.8 km
Baardheere
404 km
Almnara Tower
1.9 km
Somali National Library
90 m
Masjidka Merca
71.8 km
Somali National Museum
11 m
Black Hawk down 2
1.7 km
Warsheikh Beach
58.5 kmReviews
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