Khartoum

Northeast Africa, Sudan
Sudan

People from Khartoum are called:

Male/General:

Khartoumer

Pronunciation:

/kɑːrˈtuːm/

Etymology & Origin

From Arabic 'al-Kharṭūm', meaning 'elephant's trunk', referring to the shape of the land at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile rivers.

About Khartoum

  • Capital of Sudan located at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile rivers.
  • Historic city serving as the political and cultural center of Sudan.
  • Major river port and commercial center for the Nile River trade.
  • Important Islamic center with numerous mosques and Islamic institutions.
  • Hub for Sudan's agricultural and petroleum industries.

Quick Facts

Population:
5,274,321 (2024 est.)
Country:
Sudan
Region:
Northeast Africa

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