Las Geel
CountrySomalia
Date3000 BC
RegionMaroodi Jeex
About Las Geel
Remarkably well-preserved rock art. Shows pastoral scenes with cattle in vibrant colors. Up to 5,000 years old. Discovered by a French archaeological team in 2002. One of the finest rock art sites in Africa.
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