Mogadishu Stadium, building in Somalia
Mogadishu Stadium is a large football venue in Somalia's capital with modern floodlights and rebuilt stands. The ground holds tens of thousands of spectators and regularly hosts league matches between teams from different regions of the country.
The stadium was built in the late 1970s and was once a major sports venue. During the civil war in the 1990s, it served as a military base and fell into disrepair for decades until authorities began extensive restoration work around 2018.
The stadium is a gathering place where people from different regions of Somalia come together and share their passion for football. Matches here are moments when the community unites to celebrate hope and move forward from difficult times.
The stadium is easily accessible with designated spectator entrances and security measures in place. Matches typically take place in the evening under floodlights, so bring warm clothes and wear comfortable shoes.
The stadium sat without football matches for over 30 years, making its return a symbol of rebirth after being used as a military base and by armed groups. Its comeback shows how sport can bring people together even amid ongoing security concerns.
Location: Mogadishu
Inception: 1977
Official opening: 1978
Capacity: 60000
GPS coordinates: 2.11667,45.40000
Latest update: December 8, 2025 15:10
Somalia contains a diverse range of natural and historical places that take visitors across different eras and landscapes. The coastline stretches along beaches and historic ports, with Mogadishu serving as a cultural center featuring mosques, museums, and colonial buildings. Inland, national parks shelter African wildlife and forests, while archaeological sites like Laas Geel display ancient rock paintings created centuries ago. The collection shows busy markets in Mogadishu where traders sell traditional goods, alongside quiet beaches such as Liido and Jazeera Beach. Historic ports in Berbera and Merca recall past trading periods, while nature reserves like Kismayo and Lag Badana-Bushbush protect local plants and animals. Religious buildings including the Union Mosque and Mogadishu Cathedral reflect the country's spiritual and architectural heritage. The Governor's House and Almnara Tower stand as reminders of the city's layered past. From rock paintings in Laas Geel to the modern streets of Mogadishu, these locations tell stories of Somalia's deep history and natural character. Each site offers its own experience and contributes to understanding the country's identity.
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