Khartoum - Chartum

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Country	Sudan
Region	Khartoum
Population	5 185 000
Area code	995-357
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Khartoum and the Blue Nile

Khartoum (Arabic: الخرطوم Al-Khartum) - capital city Sudan, located in the place where the waters of the White and Blue Nile meet.

Characteristic

The huge, vast city actually consists of three separate cities (Khartoum, North Khartoum or Bahri and Omdurman), which are divided by the Nile and its two arms. The Blue Nile flows between Khartoum and Bahri, the White Nile flows between Khartoum and Omdurman, and the connected Nile flows between Bahri and Omdurman. The confluence of the Blue and White Nile, known as Al-Mogran, lies to the north of the bridge between Khartoum and Omdurman.

Khartoum proper is the seat of the Sudanese government and the largest of the three cities. The older part of the city lies on the White Nile, while the newer parts, such as Al-Amarat and Khartoum Two, extend to the south, across the railroad and ring road, and around the airport runway. The city, both old and newer extensions, is mostly arranged in a grid. Omdurman has a more Middle Eastern vibe with labyrinth-like streets and is home to the huge Souq Omdurman. Bahri is mainly an industrial and residential area.

Khartoum market

Sudanese shop

Drive

By plane

1 Khartoum airport (IATA: KRT). It is the main gateway to Sudan by air. The airport is served by various airlines from Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Cities with direct flights to Khartoum include: British Airways (with flights to London), EgyptAir (Cairo), Emirates (Dubai), Ethiopian Airlines (Addis Ababa), Gulf Air (Bahrain), Kenya Airlines (Nairobi), KLM (Amsterdam), Lufthansa (Frankfurt), Qatar Airways (Doha) Turkish Airlines (Istanbul, Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays).

Sudan Airways, the national carrier of Sudan, connects Khartoum with several African and regional capitals as well as Sudan's national airports in Port of Sudan, Nyala, El-Fashir, Malakal, Juba, Dongola, Wadi Halfa and El-Obeid.

Go early as the airport can be a bit chaotic. Prepare to wait long and cut in line. Immigration and other security checks can also take a long time. You should no longer pay the departure tax as it is included in the ticket price.

There is a bank for money exchange open at night when there are flights.

Arrival / departure: The airport is located close to the city of Al-Amarat. The fare for a taxi from Khartoum airport to the city was the set goal of SDG 100 in 2015. You can also take the main road approximately 200 meters from the airport terminal and catch minibuses that run along this road.

By rail

Rail services to Khartoum are limited, but investments have brought hope for a rejuvenation of rail travel. There is a daily Nile Express with Atbara, as well as three times a day with Wad Madani. Older, less common trains run from Port of Sudan, Wadi Halfa - for connections with ferries from Egypt - and even Njali. The main station is located there 2 Khartoum North (Bahri).

By car

The main asphalt road runs south from Khartoum to Wad Medani, then east to Gedaref (on the Ethiopian border in Gallabat), Kassali (to Eritrea's closed border) and then to Port Sudan. South of Khartoum, the road also leads to El-Obeid, which then continues westward towards the border Chad by Darfurwhich is a bit dangerous to use. From the north, the road leads from Wadi Halfa through Atbara.

There are no road connections with southern Sudan. The only option is to fly.

By bus

Chaotic Souq al-Shaabi was once the main bus terminal for long-distance buses going south in Khartoum, but a new Terminal 3 has been built Khartoum Land (Meena al Barre) which is more orderly. Buses leave to Port Sudan, Wad Medani, Kassal, El-Obeid, Karima (8 h, 275 SGD), Gedarif (6 h, 275 SGD) and other cities. Again, there are no buses to southern Sudan.

Buses from Aswan travel 24 hours, 450 EGP.

Buses to Atbara leave from 4 north bus station in Khartoum (also known as Shendi Bus Station).

By ship

Khartoum is located on the Nile and river transport plays a role here as much as in Egypt

Districts

Communication

Khartoum - see fullscreen map

Khartoum is both easy and difficult to navigate. This is easy as much of the city is spread over a grid, with long straight roads and the airport and the Nile as easy reference points. This is difficult as the city (and even 3 cities) are very extensive making walking a long and tiring option.

Maps are hard to come by, but Google Earth offers some good high-resolution photos.

Taxi

These come in three varieties; bright yellow and often beaten Toyota Corollas Model 1977, small 6-seater minivans and modern, comfortable, air-conditioned cars with meter (operated by LimoTrip 00249 183 591 313 or [email protected] - prices are only reasonable in meters and save haggling; cabins are also radio controlled). Apart from taxis with meters, taxi drivers always charge a foreigner too much.

Fair taxi prices for foreigners are around: SDG 17.50 plus 4.61 SDG per km.

Crossing the river usually doubles the price.

Most taxi drivers do not speak English, cannot read maps, and often cannot read Arabic; they often have even a little idea of the geography of Khartoum, especially about the other parts of the city you will take it to.

By minibus

Minibuses are the cheapest way to get around Khartoum, especially between the three cities. You can easily see thousands of minibuses, and seeing all of them gather near the Grand Mosque and Souk al-Arabi is an unforgettable sight. However, they are quite complicated to use. Neither of them have destination labels and you will need to speak a little Arabic with their conductors to determine which minibus to take. They are also always packed to the brim. Tariffs are in line with SDG 3-5 (June 2017).

Most of the minibuses depart from the square near the Great Mosque (Mesjid al-Kabir) or near Khartoum proper.

By car

Describing the traffic in Khartoum as chaotic is not enough. The economic boom saw many more cars appear on the roads, although the driving style did not change, leading to an almost comic chaos at intersections. Since Khartoum is arranged in a grid, there are many intersections where cars from all sides can intrude to fight for space. That said, the low speed of the vehicles ensures that they are very few, at least in the city. If you are not used to such driving conditions, it is better to take taxis.

Car rental is available and costs slightly above the African average. However, if you want to go out into the desert, the costs go up further because 100km is standard and then there is an extra charge per kilometer. Fuel costs approximately 27 SDG ($ 4.20) per liter (November 2016). "Limousine" is the Arabic word for car hire - try finding places to rent along the Airport Road or Ibed Khetim Road (east of the airport).

Three-wheeled taxis

Called "bajaj" (as in India) or "rickshaw", they are cheaper than taxis but more expensive than buses, so less than SDG 5 per trip. They are best suited for short trips around any of Khartoum's three cities. If you have to cross the Nile to travel between the three cities, it is better to use taxis or minibuses.

By boat

There are no ferry connections between these three cities as they are well connected by road bridges.

There is a ferry connection between Khartoum proper and the island of Tuti, a rural island in the middle of the Blue Nile. In Khartoum, boats depart from the riverbank along the Nile Street in front of the Hall of Friendship west of the city center. The ferry also runs between Tuti and Omdurman (except Fridays)

Worth seeing

Nile Street or Shari'a Al-Nil شارع النيل الخرطوم Probably the prettiest street in Khartoum. With the Blue Nile on one side, the street is flanked by pretty, though decaying, colonial buildings, most of which are used as ministries, schools, and even a hotel, Grand Holiday Villa Khartoum. The Presidential Palace, also across from the Blue Nile, is a nice building, but you won't be able to pass in front of it - the guards will ask you to cross the street and walk behind and around the building. Along this street you will also see the modern side of Khartoum - the egg-shaped Libyan tower of Al-Fateh; Friendship Hall built in China. The National Museum is also located along the Nile Street. The road is mostly wooded (except to the west) and has a sidewalk, so it's quite fun to walk around. Many people sit on concrete walls along the river.

15.60832.5290351 Presidential Palace Museum in SudanPresidential Palace Museum in Sudan This museum is located on the grounds of the Presidential Palace and is housed in the imposing century-old palace cathedral. The palace contains many relics and items related to Sudan's administrative and contemporary political history, from paintings by Sir Gordon Pasha to the presidential cars of recent rulers.

- Changing of the guard It is a ceremony that takes place on the first Friday of every month, during which the Black Guards and the White Guards of the Presidential Palace change over. The ceremony takes place near the south gate of the palace.

15.61493832.4921222 At the confluence of the Blue Nile and the White Nile If you have enough energy you will come to the confluence of the two arms of the Nile if you continue your trek west along Nile Street for about 3-4 km from the Presidential Palace. The fugitive is called Al-Mogran and is best seen from the metal bridge (old, not newer, concrete) linking Khartoum and Omdurman, or Al-Mogran Family Park. It is said that you can actually see two different colors from different branches come together and flow separately some distance downstream before blending together. Near the bridge is the Al-Mogran family park with its Ferris wheel and other attractions. Caution: there is a signboard with the words "no photos" on the bridge. Take note of this as people have been arrested for taking pictures of the watershed!

15.60234232.5245263 Arabi SoukArabi Souk If you want to see the crowds and the action this is the place. The commercial heart of the city, Souk Arabi (Arabic market) can provide everything you need (see the "Buy" section for more information on shopping options). The market is huge and spreads over several squares in the very center of Khartoum, south of the Great Mosque (Mesjid al-Kabir) and the minibus station. Come here to see Khartoumites talk about their daily lives

15.60632.5084 National Museum of SudanNational Museum of Sudan, 1 Nile Street (Next to the Friendship Hall, west of the Libyan-financed Burj el-Fatih sailing hotel.). Open Monday through Friday. Surprisingly impressive museum that has been refurbished a bit. There are exhibits in the large hall that rival those from the ancient Egyptian sections of the British Museum or the New York Met, however, if you came to Khartoum straight from an Egyptian temple, things might look familiar. There are three temples in the gardens that were transferred from Aswan. The joy of this place is that you will have it all to yourself. Best visit in the morning and give yourself 2 hours, it usually ends at 12:00 but doesn't reopen at 15:00 unlike the sign on the door.

15.6079932.5342375 Sudan Ethnographic MuseumSudan Ethnographic Museum Fascinating little museum at the corner of Al Gamaa Street and Mak Nemir Avenue. This museum explores the different cultures and traditions of Sudan's many ethnic groups. The displays range from intricate craftsmanship to traditional home models. This museum is definitely worth a visit if you have the time

Active recreation

Clubs

There are many professional and international clubs in the three cities. Providing sports, cultural activities or just a meeting place, they are a living remnant of British influence.

Greek club. Khartoum 2, entrance from Mak Nimir Ave. The hideout of the Greek community of Sudan, is open to the public and offers sports facilities (tennis, volleyball, basketball, soccer, running), a swimming pool (SDG 30 admission ticket) and basic food and drinks.
Coptic club.
German club. Nothing particularly German, basketball court, shaded garden and swimming pool. It also serves as a hotel.
Indian club. Omdurman. The center of the great community of the Indian capital, it organizes events for all important Indian festivals.
Tuti Island Hike is highly recommended if you want to see Khartoum's green rather than brown. If you are going to Omdurman, a good way to rest after the chaos of the souk is to catch the ferry to Tuti from Omdurman (except Fridays) or take the newly opened Tuti Suspension Bridge. Aim at around 5pm - 6pm to enjoy Tuti in the early evening.
Nile cruise, several boats moored at Tuti Bridge are available for cruises. A cruise on some smaller boats can cost as little as SDG 15.

Cultural centers

Center Culturel Français. Śródmieście, ul. Ali Dinar Offers French Courses, Sudanese Arabic Courses, Library and Cultural Events (Music, Arts, Literature, Conferences, Movies). Ask for the program at: [email protected].
Goethe Institute. Śródmieście, ul. Al Mak Nimir Offers German language courses, cultural events (music, art, literature, conferences, films). Ask about the program at: [email protected] or http://www.goethe.de/khartum.
British Council. Śródmieście, ul. Abu Sinn Offers English language courses, cultural events (music, art, literature, conferences, movies). Ask about the program at: [email protected] or http://www.britishcouncil.org/africa-sd-contact-us.htm.
Iranian Cultural Center. Al Amarat, corner of Airport Rd and St 27.

In the evening

Evening tea on Nile Avenue. With the completion of the extension of the Nile Avenue to Manshia, the stretch of road between the Mak Nimir and Manshia Bridges became the site of Khartoum's evening life. Countless teahouses cater to the needs of the crowd enjoying grass while watching the road and the river.

Music

Concerts. The Sudanese music scene is active. The current artists play live in clubs, mainly on weekend evenings. Look for Arabic posters scattered around the city or ask the locals.
Weddings. Sudanese people often hire star musicians to perform one or two of their favorite songs at wedding ceremonies. The footage of the show usually ends up as an unofficial video clip on Sudanese TV channels.
Creative events. Khartoum's youth and amateur scene can be seen at one of the numerous and frequently changing cultural events. Be it Wapi (British Council), Makaan, Space or Chartoum Open Mic, ”they offer a stage for young musicians, hip hop artists, dancers, slamers and poets. The most accurate information can be found on Facebook.
Khartoum International Music Festival.

Movies

Cinemas. The last commercial cinemas closed in 2009, but you can still spot open-air buildings at the Colosseum (Souk al Arabi), Halfaya and Watania (Khartoum North) or Watania (Omdurman). Afra Mall cinemas still show films, mostly Bollywood or Egyptian.
Film festivals. The European Union and the Embassy of Venezuela organize annual film festivals. The French Cultural Center offers free weekly screenings, as does sometimes the Goethe Institute.

Nearest neighborhood

Science

work

Shopping

Most of the shopping is still done in street markets or bazaars. The bitches here are not as attractive as in other Middle Eastern countries, but are still interesting enough to give you a glimpse into the economy of Sudan. And you can definitely buy everything you need including handicrafts if you are a tourist in these markets. Prices are not surprisingly low due to the cost of transporting imported goods (mostly Chinese), but cheaper than at Afra Mall or the respective stores. The exclusive Khartoum has only one shopping mall with a supermarket, several shops and food outlets.

Arabi Souk The city center is your classic chaotic market full of people. The market is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific product. There is even one lump dedicated to gold, though it certainly looks less sophisticated and organized than its Dubai counterpart. However, this souk lacks crafts and fresh food. Better to go to Souq Omdurman (see below) for handicrafts.
1 Afra Mall, Africa Road in the southern suburbs of Arkawet. Afra is the only mall in Khartoum and Sudan, but don't expect too much. Afra is already starting to lose its new splendor - it looks more like a small neighborhood mall than the ones found in Hong Kong, Singapore or Dubai. Has a supermarket and retail outlets selling clothes and other things you'd expect in a mall. You will also find money exchange kiosks and prepaid cell phone kiosks. The Afra Shopping Center is certainly not a must see attraction, nor is it a place to go out in the evening.
2 Al-Amarat Center. For visitors, this is probably the best way to track down imported food and household items. The prices are high, of course, but you pay for the convenience.

Gastronomy

There are tons of restaurants in Khartoum, and new ones appear every few months - apart from the restaurants connected to the hotels in the center of Khartoum, you can eat very few high-quality food. There are most of the better restaurants in Amarat, although Ridyah and Khartoum 2 also have a few seats. Omdurman and Barhi have some simple restaurants. All restaurants have around 15% government tax and a 3-14% service charge.

Amarat

Universal, Amarat St. 27. Italian flavor, offering pleasant dining outdoors, priced with an expat wallet in mind.
Solitaire, Amarat St. 15. Decent "international" cuisine, air conditioning, wifi and low ceilings. It has a bit of a cafe feel to it, but the food is good.
Mat'am 15 Cha'abi - 15 popular restaurant, Al-Amarat, St 15 (in the square next to the Macro / Syrian Fresh Food 2 supermarket, in front of the Kanon hotel). They are served north of Sudan with traditional gurasa (large, thick wheat pancake) or kisra (large thin pancake) with a sauce of your choice (lamb or chicken based bamya) or yogurt with sugar (gha'ib). It also has a juice bar. Very cheap (all dishes under SDG 5), is a favorite of local workers and drivers at touk touk.
Amwaj Restaurant, Airport Road, Al-Amarat (on the corner of street 15 or "Shari'a Khamsa ta-Ashaara"). Large, airy and immaculate, and really good food. Extremely popular with locals and visitors. The menu includes shawarma, kebabs, grilled chicken, lamb stew and more, all accompanied by bread, soup and salads. Delicious fruit juices and fruit smoothies. Dishes cost SDG 20-60.
Royal Broast, Airport Road, Al-Amarat. Another popular place a few doors away from Amwaj.
Laziz Delicious Restaurant. Al-Amarat Street 1. Fun place to eat. They have another branch in the Ryad area.
Afra Mall Chinese food court restaurant, Afra Mall, Africa Street, Arkawet. It is located on the first floor of the only shopping center in Khartoum.

Khartoum 2

Assaha Restaurant. It would be considered an excellent restaurant in any city and a gem in Khartoum. Good atmosphere with professional and competent waiter service. They have a lot on the menu including lunches, light meals, and full lunches. A large selection of starters, main courses, desserts and hubble bubbles costs around 90 SDG per person with all that is included. They charge 12% government tax and 14% service fee.
Bawabi Tourist Restaurant, ul. Khartoum 2 St 47 (East of Souk Khartoum 2). The famous table for spicy grilled chicken and roast. Cost of the SDG network 15-20.
Hadramawt Restaurant, Khartoum 2 St 47 (western souk Khartoum 2 /). Yemeni restaurant offering traditional salta, fahsa, mandi, lahm hanith and fatah for dessert. Network cost around SDG 15.

East of the airport

Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant, 249 912302410 (Arkaweet area, east of the Afra shopping center). Good atmosphere, good food and very affordable. The restaurant is on two floors (there's a nice internet cafe on the third floor), the upstairs is more lively with Ethiopian plasma pop. Approximately SDG 25 each for a large meal and coffee. A good choice if you are looking for a place with music and a bit of atmosphere.
Salt n Peeper, Buri area, North end of Obeid Khatim Street (next to Buri Family Park), 24 249 918678748. The only Pakistani restaurant in Sudan. Specialty in Pakistani spicy dishes

Nightlife

Sunset in Khartoum

It is best to prepare for a stay without alcohol: there are serving places nearby special tea and non-alcoholic beers are available, but this is generally more of a hassle than it is worth tracking down alcohol on a short visit. However, for the long term, the market is there - via diplomatic mail and other routes ... apparently.

Festivals, parties

Accommodation

You can add 5% tourist tax and 15% VAT to the bill - hotels in Khartoum are not consistent in informing you about these taxes in advance and (especially in the case of cheaper hotels) in paying this money to the tax authorities. Ask if there are any hidden extras before booking.

Sparingly

Blue Nile Sailing Club. An alternative to hotels in Khartoum, located on the south bank of the river, east of its mouth, the club often hosts and camps on land. The club is fenced, monitored, affordable and offers extensive river views. It is also home to the river gunboat that once belonged to Horatio Kitchener and now houses the club's offices.
Khartoum Youth Hostel, House no 66, Street 47, Khartoum 2 ,, ,, 249 183480385, 249 912500322 (mobile phone). Opened in 2007 and part of Hostelling International, it is the best option for budget travelers who do not choose a campsite. Dorm bed $ 5.00, double room $ 10.00.

Moderate

Downtown Hotel and Business Center, el jami Ave, 11111, ☏ 249 183742131, ✉ [email protected]. A good option for those who like the old British city center turned into a multicultural hub for people from all over Africa doing business there. The Downtown Hotel is located in a large 5-story building, next to the Gold Market, Grand Mosque and the large Waha Shopping Center. It is newly opened and managed by friends from Great Britain, Poland and Sudan. Still needs some tweaking and detail refinement, the elevator is down and hotel parking is occupied by street vendors, but for $ 35 you can have a very decent well appointed room with an ensuite bathroom and a large couple bed. They have coffee and a restaurant on the ground floor with a green backyard. There are many activities, such as a training and business center, Artist in Residence programs, a design studio, and other creative units. Double Room $ 35, Twin Room $ 45.
Acropole Hotel. The oldest hotel in town, warm, friendly and family run, located on Zubeir Pasha Street in Khartoum, close to shops, banks and important business companies. All rooms with full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner including taxes). Air-conditioned rooms with direct telephone line and large balconies. Acropole Hotel offers international cuisine, including Greek and Italian specialties. Single $ 80, Double $ 100, Triple $ 130.
German guesthouse. A small, clean and comfortable hotel in Riyadh, run by Germans. A special feature is the swimming pool with a bar in the small garden. All rooms have private bathrooms, air conditioning, free wireless connection. There is a communal satellite TV room and free laundry facilities. Rooms for the night are $ 100-120 USD including full board buffet and taxes.
Dandas International Hotel, Corner Abu Sin & El Sharif St., ☏ 249 1 83741931. Clean and comfortable hotel, relatively good value for money, frequented mainly by African businessmen. Each room has air conditioning, satellite TV and a private bathroom. Free wired and wireless internet in the lobby. Try to avoid rooms with no windows. The breakfasts are disappointing though. USD 90 (including taxes).
Lisamin Safari Hotel, 41. Amaret. Opened at the end of 2007, the hotel is a welcome addition to the rather boring hotels in Khartoum. Run in Lebanon and housing an excellent Lebanese restaurant (The Cedar Tree), this hotel is very Dubai-based, and it is definitely worth checking out if your budget can extend to room rates. Wireless internet available for a fee. Single $ 144, Double $ 156, Apartments from $ 168 (VAT & Tourist Tax).
Guesthouse Bougainvilla. A small 17-room hotel on the outskirts of Riyadh - a big attraction is the airy roof terrace, where delicious European breakfasts and dinners are served. Although the rooms themselves are nothing special, they are clean and have basic air conditioning, Wi-Fi and satellite TV, although the standard rooms have a shared bathroom. A favorite with visiting humanitarian workers and other Westerners. Double Ensuite $ 91, Single Ensuite $ 65, Single Ensuite $ 4 Incl. breakfast.
El-Haramein (near ring rd).
El-Riyadh New Hotelnear ring rd.
El-Shark Hotel, Sharia al-Gamhuryya.
Safari Palace Hotel, Sharia Abdul Rahma.

Exclusively

Corinthia Hotel Khartoum, ☏ 249 187 155 555, ✉ [email protected]. This five-star, 250-room hotel is the main hotel in Khartoum. It is located in Burj al-Fateh, a tower built in 2008 with financial support from Libya. All rooms offer panoramic views of the Nile. It has several restaurants and cafes and a health and spa center that are open to guests and membership holders. From US $ 450, taxes included.
Al Salam Rotana, Africa Street (Near Afra Mall), ☏ 249 1 87007777, fax: 249 1 8700 7788, ✉ [email protected]. Opened in mid-2007, it is the only hotel in Khartoum that offers five-star international standards. Nice large rooms, well equipped. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant and lobby bar, meeting rooms and Wi-Fi (extra charge). Rooms cost around $ 300 inclusive. taxes.
Assaha Lebanese Village, ☏ 249 183481919. A bit strange - housed in an attractive, if somewhat kitschy, dry stone palace, Assaha Village combines a large restaurant, conference rooms and even a "museum" with intimate, Middle Eastern-themed bedrooms. It is part of a small chain with sister hotels in Beirut and Doha. However, the prices are sky-high at SDG 360 for a single room and SDG 480 for a double room.
Coral Khartoum (near Al-Mogran Park and at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile, about 3 km west of the city center), ✉ [email protected]. Former Hilton Hotel in Khartoum under new management. Excellent service and nice views of the Nile.
Grand Holiday Villa, Nile Street (west of the city center towards the confluence of the Blue Nile and the White Nile, along the banks of the Blue Nile), ☏ 249 1 83774039, fax: 249-183-773961, ✉ grandholidayvilla @ hotmail.com. The hotel has undergone a complete refurbishment and many facilities have been updated to meet international standards. The pool is one of the largest in Sudan. Features: unlimited free WiFi, Nile Terrace restaurant (water sprays all year round), free breakfast. The restaurant serves continental cuisine and is highly recommended. Room rates start at $ 100 USD and include a continental breakfast.

contact

Security

Tourist information

Registration and other legal requirements

All foreigners are required to register within three days of arrival.

To register, please go to Foreigners Registration Office at Shari'a Al Sahafa Zat in Khartoum, near Sudan University for Science and Technology, with required passport photos and SDG 540 (as of November 2018), USD is not accepted. Registration can also be made at the airport departure terminal. The entire process takes less than 10 minutes.

As of 2018, a travel permit and photo permit are no longer required.

Embassies and consulates

Canada, ☏ 249 156 550 500, fax: 249 156 550 501.
Egypt, المقرن - شارع الجامعة - جنوب قاعدة الصداقة, ☏ 249 183 777647, 249 183 777646, fax: 249 183 778741, ✉ [email protected].
Greece, Sh. El Gamhouria, Block 5, No. 30, ☏ 249 183 765902, fax: 249 183 765901, ✉ [email protected].
Malaysia, ☏ 249 183-482763, 249 183-482764, fax: 249 183-482762, ✉ [email protected], [email protected].
United States, US Embassy Road, Kilo 10, Soba (on Wad Madani Road, near traffic police headquarters), ☏ 249 187-022000.
France, Al Amarat St 13, ☏ 249 183-471082, fax: 249 183-465928

Where next

Jebel Barkal.

Sabaloga GorgeThis gorge is also known as Cataract VI. It is located 80-95 km (50-60 miles) north of Khartoum and can be reached in approximately 2.5 hours. It is essential to use a 4WD vehicle and it is wise, as in all cases to travel outside of Khartoum, to travel by at least two vehicles. Upon arrival, guests can stroll through the Sudanese village and see the Ansar forts that once bombed steamboats en route to relieve General Gordon. It is advisable to make this trip in the cooler months.
Jebel Awlia: Ta tama została ukończona w 1937 roku i znajduje się 40-50 km (25 do 30 mil) na południe od Chartumu na drodze Jebel Awlia. Podczas tej podróży pojazd z napędem na 4 koła nie jest wymagany, ponieważ droga jest utwardzona do tamy. Jeśli jednak zamierzasz przekroczyć tamę i podróżować po drugiej stronie, potrzebny będzie 4 WD. Wokół samej tamy jest wiele dużych drzew i płaska, trawiasta ziemia, idealna na pikniki. Na miłośników obserwacji ptaków czekają liczne ptaki, takie jak pelikan, czaple, zimorodek, brodzik i sieweczka. Jedną z pobocznych korzyści wycieczki do Jebel Awlia jest krótka przejażdżka do tamy. Tutaj rybacy sprzedają swój połów, który właśnie przywieźli. Ceny są o połowę niższe niż w Chartumie. Weź ze sobą odpowiednie opakowanie, lód i chłodnice dla każdej zakupionej ryby.
Meroe: to miejsce znajduje się około 200 km na północ od Chartumu. Jest też hotel w Shendi (bardzo prosty), w którym można by się ulokować. Wycieczkę należy umówić z biurem podróży, chyba że ktoś z imprezy naprawdę zna się na pustynnych torach. Do Meroe prowadzi utwardzona droga, ale musisz zjechać z głównej drogi na piaszczyste obszary. Pojazdy z kierowcą na cztery koła to konieczność na tej wyprawie. Wpływ faraonów odcisnął swoje piętno na języku hieroglifów, religii Amona i budowie piramid, które były uproszczoną wersją modelu egipskiego bez pomieszczeń i korytarzy. Greckie i rzymskie wpływy architektoniczne są widoczne w filarach świątyń i klasycznych formach posągów mężczyzn i kobiet. Ruiny Meroe znajdują się cztery godziny jazdy od Chartumu. Ale w okolicy jest wiele innych miejsc, więc należy rozważyć dwu- lub trzydniową wycieczkę, a do najlepszego zrozumienia ruin niezbędny jest kompetentny przewodnik. Doskonałym tłem dla takiej podróży jest książka National Geographic Splendors of the Past.
Park Narodowy Dinder: (12 ° 19'N 034 ° 47'E) Uważa się, że Park Narodowy Dinder jest jednym z najbardziej wyjątkowych na świecie. Jest całkowicie „niezorganizowany”, a odwiedzający może naprawdę zobaczyć grę w jej naturalnym stanie. Miejsce to znajduje się około 480 km (300 mil) na południe od Chartumu nad Nilem Błękitnym, w pobliżu tamy Roseires. Zaleca się podróż stamtąd transportem 4-kołowym do parku. Na terenie parku znajduje się niewielki obszar turystyczny składający się z okrągłych chat krytych strzechą. Wewnątrz tych chat są łóżka, krzesło i stół. Chaty są co roku palone i odbudowywane po sezonie powodziowym. Ten park jest dostępny tylko przez kilka miesięcy w roku, od grudnia do maja. Istotne jest, aby gość podróżujący do Dinder dokładnie się do niej przygotował.
Obszar Morza Czerwonego - [Port Sudan]: Morze Czerwone słynie ze wspaniałego nurkowania pod wodą, czystości wody i różnorodności gatunków morskich. Odwiedzający zazwyczaj docierają do tego obszaru latając samolotem Sudan Air. Codziennie dostępne są półtorej godziny lotów, ale do Port Sudan można dojechać utwardzoną drogą w około 12–14 godzin. Podróżni powinni być całkowicie samowystarczalni, mając całe paliwo, a także żywność i wodę. Do Port Sudan jest około 815 km (510 mil). Odwiedzający mogą chcieć zatrzymać się w hotelu Red Sea. Ten hotel jest zarezerwowany przez większą część roku i konieczne jest wcześniejsze potwierdzenie rezerwacji. Hotel Hilton został otwarty w Port Sudan. Znajduje się około pół godziny jazdy od lotniska, wzdłuż portu. Odkryty basen, trzy restauracje i sala gimnastyczna to tylko niektóre z dostępnych udogodnień. Aby uzyskać więcej informacji, zadzwoń pod numer 31139810 lub faks 31131183.
Erkowit: Obszar ten znajduje się 39 km na południowy zachód od Port Sudan i jest jedynym rozwiniętym letniskiem w Sudanie. Wysokość wynosi 1200 stóp (370 m) nad poziomem morza.
Jebel Barkal Miejsce światowego dziedzictwa UNESCO - [stan północny]: Jebel Barkal lub Gebel Barkal (arab. جبل بركل) to bardzo mała góra położona około 400 km na północ od Chartumu, w mieście Karima w stanie północnym w Sudanie, na dużym zakolu Nil, w regionie zwanym Nubia. Około 1450 roku pne egipski faraon Totmes III rozszerzył swoje imperium na ten region i uznał Gebel Barkal za jego południową granicę. Tam prowadził kampanię w pobliżu miasta Napata, które około 300 lat później stało się stolicą niezależnego królestwa Kush. Król nubijski z 25 dynastii, Piye, później znacznie powiększył Świątynię Amona w Nowym Królestwie w tym mieście i wzniósł w niej swoją stelę Zwycięstwa z Roku 20.

Ruiny wokół Gebel Barkal obejmują co najmniej 13 świątyń i 3 pałace, które po raz pierwszy zostały opisane przez europejskich odkrywców w latach dwudziestych XIX wieku, chociaż dopiero w 1916 roku George Reisner rozpoczął wykopaliska archeologiczne w ramach wspólnej ekspedycji Uniwersytetu Harvarda i Muzeum Sztuk Pięknych. Arts of Boston. Od lat 70. poszukiwania kontynuował zespół z Uniwersytetu Rzymskiego La Sapienza pod kierownictwem Sergio Donadoniego, do którego w latach 80. dołączył inny zespół z Muzeum Bostońskiego pod kierunkiem Timothy'ego Kendalla. Większe świątynie, takie jak Amona, nawet dziś są uważane za święte dla miejscowej ludności.

Z tych powodów góra, wraz z historycznym miastem Napata i innymi starożytnymi miejscami, została w 2003 roku uznana przez UNESCO za Miejsca Światowego Dziedzictwa.

Autobusy odjeżdżają codziennie z Chartumu do Kermy, jednak najwygodniejszym i najwygodniejszym sposobem jest dojazd samochodem. Trasa jest asfaltowa, ale dotarcie na miejsce zajmie Ci jeszcze większą część dnia.