People in Sudan

Traveling in Sudan is so rewarding because of the numerous, never-ending interactions with people whose kindness and hospitality are as much a part of their culture as their language. Sudan is home to 597 tribes that speak over 400 languages and dialects. Sudanese Arabs (70 percent) are Sudan's largest ethnic group, and they are almost entirely Muslims. Nubians, Copts, and Beja are among the other ethnic groups.

Sudan has few tourist attractions, aside from a few archaeological sites. Sudan is about all the people you will meet and share untold cups of tea, coffee, and meals with, as well as the occasional invitation, to stay at their homes, especially in small villages. The Sudanese are warm and welcoming people who value hospitality above all else. Be aware, however, that Sudan is a religiously conservative society, with Sunni Islam as the predominant religion. If you truly want to enjoy and experience the best of people's hospitality, you must respect their customs and rules.