Top 6 Places to Visit in Sudan

KingKush
Aug 30, 2022
3 min read

Sudan is a country in Northeast Africa, it shares borders with the Central African Republic to the southwest, Chad to the west, Egypt to the north, Eritrea to the northeast, Ethiopia to the southeast, Libya to the northwest, South Sudan to the south and the Red Sea to the east. Sudan is known for hospitality and welcoming many of its neighbours ever year as well as travellers and tourists from around the world. Because of its rich history, culture and traditions, Sudan tops the list for food, and one places to visit in Africa. To enrich your travel, try one of these delicious Sudanese dishes and enjoy the complementary vibe of the Sudanese people.

Places to visit / things to do:

1.Meroe

The one-time epicentre of the ancient Napata and the cradle of Nubian empire, one of the earliest civilizations. There are over 200 pyramids, more pyramids than all the pyramids in Egypt combined. Meroe and Sudan in general has untapped ancient history and archeology that should be explored.

2.Suakin or Sawakin

Suakin is a port city in northern Sudan, on the west coast of the red sea. It is secondary to port Sudan as it was formerly the regions main port for business and trade. Now in political conversation with Turkey wanting to occupy it militarily .it is an important part of Sudanese History as such the island contains mosques and religious structures carved from coral stone which should be protected and safeguarded and maintained for Sudanese culture, history, and traditions. Sawakin is an excellent vacation spot, you can go sailing and snorkeling and surfing and enjoy all the wonderful resorts by the beach.

3.Khartoum

Khartoum is the capital city of Sudan, its where the White and Blue Nile combine heading northwards towards Egypt. Walk the streets of Khartoum get to know the locals and grab some of your favourite Sudanese Dishes

4. Nuba Mountains

Nuba Mountains is home to a group of indigenous ethnic groups know as the Nuba people. Nuba Mountains is part of the Nubian Kingdom of Alodia, Visit the cradle and the headquarters of the old Nubian Kingdom called Kush. Mingle with the local real Nubians, catch the locals wrestle, and sing and dance, camp out with Nubians and enjoy traditional tales, food and traditional alcohol called Merissa you can also enjoy the nightly rituals in the company of traditional Nubians

5.Tuti Island

Tuti Island is an Island where the White Nile and Blue Nile merge to form the main Nile. The Island is surrounded by “Three Towns”. Khartoum (The Capital City of Sudan), Omdurman (The largest city in Sudan) and Khartoum North (also known as Bahri) and in the middle is Tuti Island, which is mainly agriculture and farming, its where Khartoum gets most of its fruits and vegetables. It’s been in talks for a tourist destination and its beauty is deserved to be visited. You can go on a cruise boat trip around the Nile confluence. Hangout and enjoy the company and hospitality of the Sudanese locals, enjoy some food, and relax by the beach.

6. Marrah Mountains (Jebel Marra)

The highest point is Deriba Caldera. The last eruption occurred around 1500 BC. The area is now under the control of the rebel Sudan Liberation Movement /Army faction loyal to Abdul Wahid al Nur, this is one of the main strong holds of SLM/A Abdul Wahid al Nur nevertheless Jebel Marra is the highest peak in the country at an altitude of 3,088 meters and has beautiful waterfalls and canyons around its base. you can visit the Nirtati Waterfalls and enjoy your stay with the locals.