Khartoum: Sightseeing
Places and attractions in the Sightseeing category
National Museum of Sudan
Nestled in the heart of Khartoum, the National Museum of Sudan serves as a custodian of the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Established in 1971, this repository of antiquities is a treasure trove that attracts history buffs, researchers, and tourists from...
Souq al Arabi
Nestled in the heart of Khartoum, the capital city of Sudan, lies Souq al Arabi, the city's bustling central market and a hub of commercial activity. This sprawling marketplace is not just a shopping destination; it's a vibrant tapestry of Sudanese culture, trade,...
The Mahdi's tomb
The Mahdi's Tomb is a historic and significant site located in the heart of Khartoum, Sudan. It is the final resting place of Muhammad Ahmad bin Abd Allah, a religious leader who declared himself the Mahdi, or the guided one, in 1881 and led a successful military...
Masjid Al-Nilin
The Al-Nilin Mosque in Sudan is a unique place of worship that has gained recognition among both residents and tourists visiting the country's capital, Khartoum. This distinctive mosque is not only an important religious center but also a symbol of the strength...
Tuti Bridge
Spanning the Blue Nile in the heart of Khartoum, Sudan, Tuti Bridge is a vital artery connecting the bustling capital to the serene Tuti Island. This bridge represents not just a physical crossing, but also a symbolic link between the urban landscape of Khartoum...
Tuti Island
Tuti Island is a serene and unique geographical marvel nestled at the confluence of the Blue Nile and White Nile rivers in the bustling city of Khartoum, the capital of Sudan. This lush island offers a tranquil escape from the urban sprawl, providing visitors...
Omdurman Bridge
Spanning the Nile River, the Omdurman Bridge serves as a vital artery connecting Omdurman to Khartoum, the bustling capital city of Sudan. This strategic bridge facilitates the flow of traffic and commerce between the two cities and stands as a testament to the...
St. Matthew's Cathedral
St. Matthew's Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith in the bustling city of Khartoum, Sudan. This sacred edifice serves as the primary church for the Anglican community in the capital, providing a space for worship and spiritual solace amidst the vibrant urban...
El Mek Nimr Bridge
Spanning the majestic Nile River in the heart of Khartoum, Sudan, El Mek Nimr Bridge stands as a testament to the city's urban development and infrastructural prowess. This vital artery connects the bustling areas of Khartoum North and Omdurman, facilitating the flow...
Blue Nile Road and Railway Bridge
The Blue Nile Road and Railway Bridge is a vital artery in the heart of Khartoum, Sudan, connecting the capital with its sister city Omdurman. This dual-purpose bridge facilitates both road and rail transport, making it a critical infrastructure piece for the region's...
Kober Bridge
Kober Bridge is a bridge for road traffic that links the neighbourhood of al-Riadh in Khartoum with Kafouri in the industrial city Khartoum North across the Blue Nile in central Sudan. Named after the adjacent neighbourhood Kober in Khartoum North, it is also called "Armed Forces Bridge" and was opened on 23 October 2014.
Khartoum Memorial
The Khartoum Memorial is a war memorial in Khartoum War Cemetery on the south-eastern side of Khartoum, Sudan. The memorial lists the names of 590 Commonwealth military personnel who died during the 1940-1941 East African campaign of World War II and for whom there is no known grave.
Al Mogran
The Al-Mogran Development Project is an over $4 billion development project undertaken by the Alsunut Development Company that seeks to develop several thousand acres in downtown Khartoum along the spot where the White Nile and Blue Nile merge to form the Nile.
Aksha
Aksha is an ancient Egyptian temple, rebuilt in part at the National Museum of Sudan in Khartoum. The temple was built around 1250 BC by Ramses II.
University of Khartoum
The University of Khartoum is a public university located in Khartoum, Sudan. It is the largest and oldest university in Sudan. UofK was founded as Gordon Memorial College in 1902 and established in 1956 when Sudan gained independence.
Almorada
Almorada is an ancient district in Omdurman city, Khartoum State, Sudan. Almorada neighborhood is one of the most prestigious districts in the Eastern part of Omdurman city.
Omdurman
Omdurman is a city in Sudan. It is the most populated city in the country, and thus also in Khartoum State. Omdurman lies on the west bank of the River Nile, opposite and northwest of the capital city of Khartoum.
Al Amarat
Al Amarat is a large district and one of the most prestigious neighbourhoods in Khartoum city.
Al Mansheiya Bridge
Al Mansheiya Bridge is a bridge that links the capital Khartoum and the industrial city Khartoum North across the Blue Nile in central Sudan.
AlMughtaribeen University
AlMughtaribeen University or Expatriate University is a private university located in Khartoum, Sudan. It was founded by Sudanese expatriates.
Bant
Bant is an affluent district in Omdurman city, Khartoum State, Sudan. south-western part of the ancient city of Omdurman.
Osama bin Laden's house in Khartoum
Osama bin Laden's hut in Khartoum is a pink and beige brick-and-stucco three-storey house on Al-Mashtal Street in the affluent Al-Riyadh quarter of Khartoum, Sudan, where Osama bin Laden lived between 1991 and 1996.
Mashreq University
Mashreq University is a private university located in Khartoum North in Sudan. Started in 2003 as Al-Mashreq College for Science and Technology, it was granted full university status in 2010 by the Sudanese Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
National Ribat University
The National Ribat University is a university based in the city of Khartoum, Sudan. The President of the Republic is the sponsor of the university.
Greater Nile Petroleum Oil Company Tower
The Greater Nile Petroleum Oil Company Tower, also known as GNPOC Headquarters, is a high-rise building in Khartoum, Sudan. Construction of the 65.72 m, 18-storey building was finished in 2010. The building was designed by KEO International Consultants.
PDOC Headquarters
The PDOC Headquarters is a high-rise building located in Khartoum, Sudan. Construction of the 71.35 m, 15-storey building was finished in 2010. The building was designed by Engineering Consultants Group S.A.
Sudan University College of Engineering Sciences
The College of Engineering at Sudan University of Science and Technology was founded in 1975.
International University of Africa
The International University of Africa is a private university in Khartoum, Sudan. It is a member of the Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World.
The Future University
The Future University, or simply Future University, formerly known as Computer Man College or, is the first specialized Information and communications technology university in Sudan.
Sudan University of Science and Technology
Sudan University of Science and Technology is one of the largest public universities in Sudan, with ten campuses in Khartoum state. The main campus is located in the so-called Al Mugran area of Khartoum, the confluence of the White Nile and the Blue Nile.
Open University of Sudan
The Open University of Sudan is a public university based in Khartoum, Sudan that provides bachelor and postgraduate courses through distance education. The university is a member of the Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World.
University of Medical Sciences and Technology
The University of Medical Sciences and Technology is a co-educational mainly medical oriented college in Khartoum, Sudan. The mission of UMST is to serve the educational needs of Sudanese, African and Arab students. It is located in the Riyad district of Khartoum.
Neelain University
Al-Neelain University is a public university located in Khartoum, Sudan. It was founded in 1993. In 2012, the university had 18 faculties with a total enrollment of 47365, making it the second biggest university in Sudan.
University of the Holy Quran and Islamic Sciences
The University of the Holy Quran and Islamic Sciences is a university in the state of Khartoum, Sudan. It is based in Omdurman.
Omdurman Islamic University
Omdurman Islamic University is built on an area of size about 800 feddans in Omdurman, Sudan. While the school is primarily oriented toward Islamic studies, it serves other fields of studies as well, such as engineering, agriculture and medicine.
Canadian Sudanese College
The Canadian Sudanese College is an educational institution based in the city of Khartoum, Sudan. It is affiliated with the American University in London. The Chairman of the board is Dr. Al-Jazuli Daf'allah, a former prime minister of Sudan.
Comboni College of Science & Technology
Comboni College for Science and Technology, originally Comboni College for Computer Science, is a private college in Khartoum, Sudan, established as a technical college since 2001. It goes back to the earlier school for boys, founded by Catholic priests from Italy in 1929.
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Region: Khartoum