Cities and regions／Sudan
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Meroë

Meroe was the Kushite capital, with remains of a city, a funerary landscape marked by royal pyramids, and evidence of iron production. Its heritage offers insight into the political life and specialist work of the ancient Kushite kingdom.

Pyramids of Meroe’s royal necropolis in Sudan’s semi-desert landscape.
Photo by Photographer: B N Chagny Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 1.0
The place

What makes it special

  • Royal pyramids set within a wider funerary landscape.
  • Remains of the ancient capital, including urban areas and evidence of production.
  • Traces of ironworking connected with Kushite history.
Pyramids of Meroe in Sudan's semi-desert landscape.
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Meroë
Photo by Fabrizio Demartis Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0
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Meroë

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Pyramids of Meroe in Sudan's semi-desert landscape.

Tourist travel to Sudan should wait as the conflict continues

The priority is not to adjust an itinerary or look for an alternative entry point: while the conflict and humanitarian emergency persist, Sudan is not a viable tourist destination.

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Pyramids of Meroe’s royal necropolis in Sudan’s semi-desert landscape.

Kushite heritage in Meroe, Naqa and Musawwarat must wait

The pyramids, temples and enclosures of the Island of Meroe are essential to understanding the Kingdom of Kush. Sudan’s current situation means that a tourist visit must be postponed.

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Profile updated: 29/09/2026