| Tadjourah Region | |
|---|---|
| — Region — | |
| Country | Djibouti |
| Capital | Tadjourah |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7,100 km2 (2,741.3 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 86,704 |
The Tadjourah Region is a region in north-central Djibouti.
The Region is bordered by Eritrea to the northwest, Ethiopia to the north, the Obock Region to the northeast, the Dikhil and Arta regions and Lake Asal to the south, and the Gulf of Tadjourah to the southeast.
The capital of the Tadjourah Region is Tadjourah city. Mousa Ali, the highest point in the region and the whole of Djibouti, is located in the northern part of the Tadjourah Region. Another mountain in the area is Manda-Inakir.
Due to its many whitewashed buildings and structures, Tadjourah is known as the White City. Most people in the larger Region are connected with the marine trade, including a large number of fishermen. The Region is also noted for its beaches and clear coastal waters.
According to the 2009 Census, the local population consists of 86,704 individuals, 48,402 of whom are nomads.
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