An ancient area of occupation, Ras Bar Balla is situated on a small promontory.

The settlement contains two tombs: one decorated with rectangular panels, the other plain in design.

Today, it is mainly used as a resting place for Somali herders and their flock.

[1] It is believed to date back to the powerful Ajuran Empire.

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