Sudan doesn't welcome as many tourist as other surrounding countries, but that doesn't mean that there is nothing to see or to discover. Before I came to Sudan, I never realized that the number of pyramids for example, is much higher in Sudan than in Egypt. Even recently, a couple of 'new' pyramids in the North of Sudan were discovered by a group of archaeologists (see:
link). We realized that visiting a few of the Sudanese pyramids was a 'must' during our stay in Sudan, so last weekend we visited the special Meroe pyramids in the North. And,..what is the most suitable and reliable means of transport in the desert surrounding these pyramids? Exactly, a camel! It was indeed such a nice experience to see the sun rise over the tops of the pyramids while shaking and bouncing on the back of this true ship of the desert. Instead of it being a commercial tourist site, the whole place was deserted and the only things surrounding us in the midst of these ancient buildings, were a few camels and a lot of sand. After having enjoyed the nice views, we bounced our way back while seated on our friendly animals. It was truly a mystical experience to always remember. And thanks to our muscle ache, we will at least for the coming days!
Sudan doesn't welcome as many tourist as other surrounding countries, but that doesn't mean that there is nothing to see or to discover. Before I came to Sudan, I never realized that the number of pyramids for example, is much higher in Sudan than in Egypt. Even recently, a couple of 'new' pyramids in the North of Sudan were discovered by a group of archaeologists (see: link). We realized that visiting a few of the Sudanese pyramids was a 'must' during our stay in Sudan, so last weekend we visited the special Meroe pyramids in the North. And,..what is the most suitable and reliable means of transport in the desert surrounding these pyramids? Exactly, a camel! It was indeed such a nice experience to see the sun rise over the tops of the pyramids while shaking and bouncing on the back of this true ship of the desert. Instead of it being a commercial tourist site, the whole place was deserted and the only things surrounding us in the midst of these ancient buildings, were a few camels and a lot of sand. After having enjoyed the nice views, we bounced our way back while seated on our friendly animals. It was truly a mystical experience to always remember. And thanks to our muscle ache, we will at least for the coming days!
