Sudan is a country in North Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Sudan that most people don't know.
Sudan has more ancient pyramids than Egypt — over 200 Nubian pyramids built by the Kushite kingdoms between 700 BC and 350 AD. They are smaller and steeper than Egyptian pyramids but equally remarkable, and far less visited.
Sudan has more ancient pyramids than Egypt — over 200 Nubian pyramids.
The Blue and White Nile meet at Khartoum.
The ancient Kush Empire rivalled Egypt in power for centuries.
Sudan is the 3rd largest country in Africa.
Sudan has more ancient pyramids than Egypt — over 200 Nubian pyramids built by the Kushite kingdoms between 700 BC and 350 AD. They are smaller and steeper than Egyptian pyramids but equally remarkable, and far less visited.
Sudan is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
UNESCO over 200 ancient Nubian pyramids in the desert — steeper than Egyptian ones and largely undiscovered by tourists
UNESCO sacred mountain with temples carved into its base — the holy mountain of ancient Kush
The oldest city in sub-Saharan Africa — capital of the Kingdom of Kerma dating to 2400 BC
The spectacular meeting point of the Blue and White Nile at the heart of the capital
Sudan has more ancient pyramids than Egypt — over 200 Nubian pyramids built by the Kushite kingdoms between 700 BC and 350 AD. They are smaller and steeper than Egyptian pyramids but equally remarkable, and far less visited.
The capital of Sudan is Khartoum.
Sudan has a population of approximately 44.9M.
The official languages of Sudan are Arabic / English.
Sudan gained independence in 1956.
Sudan uses the Sudanese Pound (SDG).