Adado

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Adado
City
Nickname:  Blue City
Location in Galmudug.
Coordinates: 6°08′25″N 46°37′32″E / 6.14028°N 46.62556°E / 6.14028; 46.62556
Country	Somalia
State	Galmudug
Region	Galguduud
Founded	1950s
Government
• Mayor	Farah Dirie Warsame
Area
• Total	448.12 km2 (173.02 sq mi)
Population  (2024)
• Total	710,654
• Density	1,600/km2 (4,100/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Hemanian, Hemani
Time zone	UTC+3 (EAT)
Climate	BSh

Adado (Somali: Cadaado, Arabic: عدادو, Italian: Adado) or “Blue City” is situated in the Galgadud region of Somalia. It served as the capital city of the Heman and Heeb State from 2008 to 2015. Adado is renowned for its stunning beauty and is widely regarded as the most populated city in the region. The city is a crucial trade route that connects the southern and northern regions of Somalia, making it a hub of economic activity.