Sudan 🇸🇩
Sudan 🇸🇩: capital Khartoum, population 45 million, located in Africa. Currency: Sudanese Pound (SDG). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Khartoum
- Population: 45 million
- Continent: Africa
- Language: Arabic & English
- Currency: Sudanese Pound (SDG)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Republic of the Sudan
- Area: 1,886,068 km² (728,215 sq mi)
- Region: Northern Africa
- Has a coastline
- People: Sudanese
- Internet domain: .sd
Fun Facts About Sudan
- Has more ancient pyramids than Egypt — over 200.
- The Blue Nile and White Nile meet in its capital city.
- Once the largest country in Africa before South Sudan gained independence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sudan known for?
Sudan is known for several things — Has more ancient pyramids than Egypt — over 200; The Blue Nile and White Nile meet in its capital city; Once the largest country in Africa before South Sudan gained independence.
How big is Sudan?
Sudan covers about 1,886,068 square kilometers (728,215 square miles), in the Northern Africa region.
Is Sudan landlocked?
No. Sudan has a coastline and shares land borders with 7 neighboring countries.
What are people from Sudan called?
People from Sudan are called Sudanese.
What is the capital of Sudan?
The capital of Sudan is Khartoum.
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