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typical Somali market. Its lanes hide everything from perfume to household objects, elec-
tronic goods, wind-up radios and clothes. The food vendors have some of the most fascin-
ating displays - think pyramids of colourful fruits and vegetables.
Livestock Market
An essential part of the Hargeisa experience is the livestock market, which lies on the
southeastern outskirts of town. Hundreds of goats, sheep and camels are brought here
every day, and it's a fascinating place to wander. Always ask permission before taking
photographs. It's at its busiest in the morning.
MARKET
Jama Mosque
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(Independence Rd) East of the market area, the modern Jama Mosque hosts Hargeisa's
main Friday prayers around noon, attracting hundreds of worshippers - it is an amazing
sight. Though not permitted to enter the mosque, you can admire its whitewashed facade,
domed roof and tall twin minarets.
MOSQUE
MiG Jet
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(Independence Rd) You can't miss this weird memorial on the main drag - it displays a
Somali Air Force MiG jet fighter which crashed during an aerial bombardment of the city.
It lies on a stand that sports colourful murals depicting scenes of the civil war.
MEMORIAL
Sleeping
Hargeisa has a surprising number of good-value options to suit all budgets. The following
options come recommended as they're used to dealing with foreigners. There are no street
signs, so most hotels do not have street addresses.
All hotels in the midrange and top-end categories can help you with logistics.
Oriental Hotel $$
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( 514999; www.orientalhotelhargeisa.com ; off Independence Rd; s/d with breakfast
US$15/30; ) The closest Hargeisa comes to a travellers' hang-out, the Oriental can't be
beaten for convenience. Its ultracentral location is ideal if you want to immerse yourself in
Hargeisa; from your room you can feel the heartbeat of the city. It's nicely laid out, with
HOTEL
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