Taharka is the king of the XXV dynasty, the "black pharaoh", who ruled in about 690-664 BC. The Taharka statue found in Dongola is …
Lake Deriba is located in the crater of the Marra volcano in the Darfur region of South Sudan. The crater with the lake is the hig …
Omdurman is one of the country’s oldest cities and a gateway to rural Sudan. The Omdurman market is considered one of the best in …
Near the Nile, 320 kilometers north of Khartoum, 96 meters above the surrounding plain rises a lonely rock of sandstone with a str …
Wadi Muqaddam is a dry riverbed filled with water only during the rainy season.It is located in northeastern Sudan, at the conflue …
In 2006, German archaeologists completed a ten-year work in Sudan: columns and walls of the temple of Amon, built by the kings of …
Excavations in the valley of Mussawarat el-Sufra helped scientists to lift the veil of mystery over the history of the ancient sta …
Khartoum is a city on the confluence of the White and Blue Nile with a special history and atmosphere, where African and Arab traditions meet. Here modern life is combined with the ancient layers of the history of Sudan: from the kingdoms of the Meroites to the era of the pharaohs and colonial changes, and walks along the embankments and narrow streets provide an opportunity to feel the rhythm of the city.
Among the man-made attractions that are worth seeing are the statue found in Dongola and dedicated to King Taharqa, the ruins of the temple of Amun and temples in the valley of Mussawarat el Sufra, revealing the secrets of the ancient state of Meroe. There are also temples to the god Apedemak and archaeological sites near Jebel Barkal, and in the region, Omdurman is known for its bustling market, one of the oldest centers of trade and crafts in Sudan.
Natural attractions complement the picture: the crater lake Deriba in the volcanic crater Marra impresses with its unusual shape and landscape, the lonely rock Jebel Barkal rises above the plain next to the Nile, and the dry bed of Wadi Muqaddam comes to life during the rainy seasons, turning into a picturesque oasis zone. The Nile and its banks set the pulse of the nature of the region, offering views and walking routes by the water.
On our site, all these places are collected on an interactive map: you can see each attraction, read a brief help and mark points on the map for convenient planning. Build the optimal route around the city and surroundings, estimate the distance and duration of the walk or trip, saving the route for further use.
You are free to explore Khartoum on your own, walking slowly through markets and archaeological areas, or take advantage of the services of local guides and book a tour to gain a deeper understanding of the historical context and hear live stories. Guides will help to discover little-known details, organize logistics and make the route richer and safer.
Come to Khartoum to see with your own eyes the fusion of antiquities and modernity, discover amazing ruins, markets and natural corners. Plan your trip, plan your itineraries and go for new discoveries – this city is ready to surprise anyone who dares to explore it.
