General info about Sudan

Sudan is the second largest country in Africa. Located on the North- Eastern Side of the African continent at 4 &21 latitude & 38 East longitude, covering an area of 1.882.000square k/m, Sudan is essentially a country of vast plains, interrupted by a few widely separated groups of hills and mountains such as Jabal Mara in the West and the Red sea hills in the East. The country is bordered by Seven countries, Egypt and libya from the North, Chad and central Africa from the West ,the Republic of South Sudan from the South, Ethiopia and Eritrea from the East SUDAN ALL IN ONE. Tourism in Sudan Sudan the exceptional destination Sudan is essentially a country of vast plains, interrupted by a few widely separated groups of hills and mountains such the Red Sea hills in the east. The country is bordered by seven Countries: Egypt and Libya from the North, Chad and central Africa from the west, Republic of South Sudan in the south, Ethiopia and Eritrea from the East. Climate: The Climate is variable, to the Sahara Arabian Climate in the North. The Climate is hot and rainy during April-October and pleasantly warm from November – March. The large Variation in Climate and soil has been reflected in the rich flora and fauna of the country and the high diversity of its ecological habitat. Entry Document and Customs Regulations: All foreigners must obtain entry visa from Sudanese Missions in their respective countries .All tourists are requested to register at alien office within three days of arrival. Value Added Tax: Value added tax « VAT» is included in the price of most goods and services. Visitors are required to pay VAT on purchased goods. Immunization: Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required .Visitors are advised to contact the nearest Sudanese mission or their local travel agents for more information. Language: Arabic is the official Language, English is widely spoken in the urban areas. Religion : The majority is of Islamic faith, there are also Christians and pagans. Population : 30 million 80% of them live in rural areas mainly in the Nile valley. People are peace loving and friendly. Currency: The currency is the Sudanese pound. Foreign exchange: Travelers check and foreign currency notes of all major currencies can be exchanged at commercial banks as well as major hotels and exchange offices. Fluctuations in foreign exchange markets are reflected in rates quoted on a daily basis. Banking hours: Sunday to Thursday 8.30_______ 3 pm Postal services: Most post offices are open during business hours, Sunday – Thursday 8.30 _______6.30. An international priority mail service is available. Express Mail Services: DHL – Worldwide Express Tel: -777135 -77750 Khartoum Express Mail. Tel -773372-778661 Khartoum TNT. Tel – 472205-472203 Accommodation : Sudan has a wide range of hotels, categorized and uncategorized hotels, guest houses, youth hostels, self catering Flats, Inns. Shopping: Sudan has a wide range of shops, street vendors and flea markets. Sport and recreation: Football and basketball and water body sports, Tennis, Golf, and Billiard are available in Sudan. Scuba Diving & Water sports: Sudan>s coastal waters at the Red Sea offer safe diving condition and the coastal line provides perfect conditions for a wide range of water sport. , yet fishing either in the Red Sea or the Nile is available . Trekking and Hiking trails: the many Sudanese hiking trails filled with a brilliant array of flora , waterfalls. The major areas are Mara Mountains and Nuba Mountain. Red Sea.