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Destination

Khartoum

Country: Sudan Updated:

As of 7 October 2026, the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to this destination. This page introduces its culture and history; we do not currently recommend a tourist trip. Khartoum is connected with the Nile Valley and the history of Sudanese museum collections. Armed conflict has caused severe damage to its cultural heritage.

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When to go

Seasonal weather is currently no basis for planning a tourist trip.

Things to see and do

UNESCO materials about the National Museum explain the importance of its collection and the tasks involved in protecting cultural heritage.

Practical tips

Descriptions of museums and waterfront promenades from before the war do not establish present-day accessibility.

Getting there and getting around

Entry and exit options depend on the situation; an ordinary route through the airport is not recommended here.

Where to stay

Do not book tourist accommodation on the basis of this information page.

What to try

Sudanese cuisine includes pulses, bread and kisra, a thin sorghum flatbread.

Official sources

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