Bargal (Somali: Baargaal, Arabic: بارجال) is a town in the northeastern Bari region of Puntland, Somalia.
The book Migiurtinia Ed Il Territorio Del Nugál says the following: "Bargaal is the habitual residence of Boqor Osman Mahmud.
[4] The 750 km thoroughfare links major cities in the northern part of Somalia, such as Bosaso, Galkayo and Garowe, with towns in the south.
[6] It reached prominence during the 19th century, under the reign of the resourceful Boqor (King) Osman Mahamuud.
[8][6][9] Bargal was seasonal headquarters of the Majeerteen Sultanate.Bargal likewise had a number of castles and forts in various areas within its realm, including a fortress at Alula.