Sudan

North Africa

Sudan is a country in North Africa, home to 50.4 million people, with an area of 1,861,484 km². Its capital is Khartoum.

Capital: Khartoum
Population: 50.4 million
Area: 1,861,484 km²
Region: North Africa
Density: 27.1 / km²
Status: Sovereign state

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Population: UN World Population Prospects, 2024 revision. Area: CIA World Factbook.

What Sudan is known for

Sudan is best known for Pyramids of Meroe, Jebel Barkal and Nubian Desert.

Sudan is a country located in northeastern Africa. It is the third-largest country in Africa and is bordered by Egypt to the north, Libya to the northwest, Chad to the west, the Central African Republic to the southwest, South Sudan to the south, Ethiopia to the southeast, and Eritrea to the east.

Sudan at a glance

Language: Arabic is the official language, with English widely spoken as well
Currency: Sudanese pound (SDG)
Religion: Islam is the predominant religion in Sudan, with a significant Christian minority
National dish: Ful medames, a dish made from fava beans, is a popular breakfast food in Sudan
Climate: Sudan has a hot desert climate in the north and a tropical savanna climate in the south
Main industries: Agriculture, including cotton, gum arabic, and sesame, as well as petroleum and mining
GDP: $40.49 billion (nominal, 2020 estimate)
Development: Sudan is considered a developing country with a human development index (HDI) ranking of 174 out of 189 countries (2020)

Things to do in Sudan

Some of the main tourist attractions in Sudan include:

Pyramids of Meroe a collection of more than 200 pyramids located near the ancient city of Meroe, dating back to the Kingdom of Kush.
Jebel Barkal a holy mountain near the city of Karima, home to the ruins of several ancient temples and pyramids.
Nubian Desert a vast desert region in northern Sudan, known for its unique rock formations and sand dunes.
Sanganeb National Park a protected marine park located on an atoll in the Red Sea, known for its vibrant coral reefs and marine life.
National Museum of Sudan a museum in Khartoum that houses a collection of artifacts and antiquities from ancient Sudanese civilizations.
Bayuda Desert a region in central Sudan known for its stunning landscapes and ancient ruins.
Suakin Island a historic island near the city of Port Sudan, known for its beautiful coral reefs and colonial-era architecture.
Kassala a city in eastern Sudan known for its colorful markets and unique architecture.
Wadi Halfa a town located on the banks of Lake Nasser, with beautiful views of the surrounding desert landscape.
Dinder National Park a large protected area in southeastern Sudan, home to a variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, and giraffes.

These are just a few examples of the many attractions that Sudan has to offer. The country has a rich cultural heritage and history, with ancient civilizations dating back thousands of years.

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Sudan compared with its neighbours

How it sits against the other countries of North Africa.

Country	Population	Area	Capital
Sudan	50.4 million	1,861,484 km²	Khartoum
Algeria	46.7 million	2,381,741 km²	Algiers
Morocco	38.1 million	446,550 km²	Rabat
Tunisia	12.3 million	163,610 km²	Tunis