Sudan

Sudan is the third largest country in Africa and sixteenth largest in the world, bordering Egypt, Eritrea, Central African Republic, Chad, Ethiopia, Libya, and South Sudan.

The current currency is Sudanese pound (instead of Dinar since January 2006).

Islam is the official religion of the country.

The Sudanese are warm hearted, generous and their politeness and hospitality are legendary. Sudanese people are well known for their unique brand of hospitality both to Sudanese friends as well as to any people who come to the Sudan from other countries.

Football is the most popular sport for Sudanese people. Even in remote villages in the desert, children gather together for a game. Sudan won the African Cup of Nations back in 1970.

Some famous places:

There is a National Theater in Khartoum, which hosts plays and other performances. The College of Fine and Applied Arts, also in the capital, has produced a number of well-regarded graphic artists. Sudan also have several museums in Khartoum, including the National History Museum; the Ethnographical Museum; and the Sudanese National Museum, which houses a number of ancient artifacts.

Communication:

Sudan's international direct dialing code is +249. Prepaid mobile phone packages are easily available in Sudan. There are many telecommunications companies in Sudan ZAIN , MTN , SUDANI.