Karima
Little more than a dusty market town, remote Karima is notable for its proximity to an extraordinary array of ancient sites.
Sudan
Lying just south of the Great Cataract on the Nile, Sudan has more ancient pyramids than the whole of Egypt.
A holiday in Sudan is so far off most people’s radar that expectations have probably not yet entered the equation. But here are a few thoughts. Lying just south of the Great Cataract on the Nile, Sudan has more ancient pyramids than the whole of Egypt. It was here that Gordon of Khartoum was killed and where Kitchener massacred the army of the Mahdi at Omdurman.
History aside, there are two things that are unexpected in Sudan. The first is the standard of the desert camps outside the cities which have been run by an Italian company for many years and are excellent. The second is the friendliness and hospitality of the people – a feature that makes any visit so rewarding.
Why we like Sudan
The history, the noble bearing of the people, the space to yourself and scenes such as this: the buzz and hum of greetings filled the air, smiles of recognition and welcome and the slapping of shoulders as is the Sudanese way. Some sat on stools for coffee and a chat. The woman of the shack wafted charcoal to speed up the boiling of her battered kettle – the only hint of pace in this unhurried start to the day.
Some ideas for a Sudan holiday
- The temples and pyramids at Meroe, the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Kush, where over forty kings and queens were buried.
- Visit the souq and camel market at Omdurman as well as the site of the battle.
- Hopefully an opportunity would arise allowing time to interact with the Bisharin nomads.
- Rising out of the flat Nubian plain, Jebel Barkal can be seen for miles and has remained a place of worship for centuries
- Cross the Bayuda Desert to see the Christian frescoes of Dongola.
Suggested Itinerary
The Temples and Pyramids of Nubian Sudan
Uncover Nubian pyramids, Kushite temples and crumbling cemeteries – all engulfed by the golden sands of the eastern Sahara. Encounter the traditional Nubian culture of this remote region and explore Sudan’s ancient desert ruins, harking back to Nubia’s long-forgotten heyday.
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Karima
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Khartoum
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Meroe
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