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Detwah Lagoon

Socotra

Detwah Lagoon, Socotra, Yemen
Detwah Lagoon, Socotra, Yemen

Detwah Lagoon near Qalansiyah, at the western end of Socotra, is a shallow turquoise lagoon separated from the sea by a long sandbar of white sand, and is…

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About Detwah Lagoon

Detwah Lagoon near Qalansiyah, at the western end of Socotra, is a shallow turquoise lagoon separated from the sea by a long sandbar of white sand, and is protected as a Ramsar wetland for its birds. A short climb to the viewpoint above gives the best view of the lagoon, and boats leave from nearby for Shu'ab Beach.

Key facts

Name
Detwah Lagoon
Type
Other Places
City
Socotra
Country
Yemen
Coordinates
12.7100446, 53.500686
Last updated
2026-10-26

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