Merca

#52 among destinations in Somalia

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Merca is a historic port city in the southern Lower Shebelle province of Somalia. It is located approximately 109 km to the southwest of the nation's capital Mogadishu. Merca is the traditional home territory of the Bimal clan and was the center of the Bimal Revolt or Merka Revolt. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 1°42'56"N, 44°46'12"E

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Shabeellaha HooseSomalia

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Merca – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Port of Merca.

2.6 miSW
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Port of Merca
67 min walk • The Port of Merca, also known as Merca Port, is the official seaport of Merca, situated in southeastern Somalia. It is classified as a jetty class port. It has a harbour as well as a pier which juts into the Somali Sea.