In the constant back and forth between Nubia and Ancient Egypt, the city-state of Napata was founded in the shadow of Jebel Barkal, the sacred mountain of the Nubians. The ruins of the city, including the Temple of Amun, are within walking distance of the Nubian Rest House, a true jewel of the desert.
Location, location, location. Meroe Camp takes that old adage to heart. At about 1 km from the Meroe pyramids and necropolis, the camp is within walking distance of an archaeological paradise.
In my recent trip to Sudan, I enjoyed ancient archaeological sites without having to wait in line… I was the only one there! I experienced warmth and hospitality in a safe country. Among the ruins of one of the great Nile civilisations, I discovered a travel destination that has been unjustly ignored by tourism, offering a unique opportunity for those seeking authenticity.
An endless desert with majestic, conical structures rising from a sea of sand. Thinking of Egypt? Think again.
