Alula Lagoon
Natural saltwater lagoon in Bari, Somalia / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Alula Lagoon is a large shallow lagoon in the northeastern Bari region of Puntland state of Somalia. The northernmost point in the country, it is mostly covered with mangroves.
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Location | Bari, Somalia |
Coordinates | 11°59′N 50°47′E |
Type | natural saltwater lagoon |
Ocean/sea sources | Indian Ocean |
Basin countries | Somalia |
Max. length | 4.13 miles (6.65 km) |
Max. width | 0.78 miles (1.26 km) |
Surface area | 3 km2 (1.2 sq mi) |
Islands | many islands and islets |
Settlements | Alula |
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