Pyramids at Meroë
Sudan possesses more pyramids than Egypt, despite the fact that they are smaller and less well kept. If you only visit one pyramid site in Sudan, make it to the Meroe pyramids. The Pyramids of Meroe are part of a larger complex of Nubian pyramids that were constructed over a millennium during the Kushite Kingdom. Three royal cemeteries were built near Meroe: the South Cemetery has nine royal pyramids. Four of the pyramids belonged to kings, while the other five were for queens. This site, which is usually visited as a day excursion from Khartoum or along the way from Atbara, is Sudan's best-preserved and most popular pyramid site.
The pyramids in this area are in various phases of renovation, indicating a complicated history of construction and excavation. Meroe's pyramids are easily accessible by public transportation from either Khartoum or Atbara. Simply request to be dropped off in Bajrawia village. Returning is more difficult and is usually accomplished by hitching. If you're prepared with your own kit, you can camp at the pyramids. Meroe is not to be confused with Merowe, which is located near Karima and where you may still roam about the ruins near the pyramids.
Location: Northern State, Sudan
Entrance fee: USD 20
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