- Sudan is home to over 200 pyramids, more than Egypt.
- The most famous site is Meroe, which has around 200 pyramids.
- The pyramids in Sudan were built around 2700 years ago.
- They are smaller in size but similar in shape to the Egyptian pyramids.
- The Kingdom of Kush was known for its ironworking and trade.
- Sudan’s pyramids were used as burial sites for royalty.
- The pyramids in Sudan are often less crowded and more accessible than those in Egypt.
- UNESCO has recognized these pyramids as a World Heritage Site.
- They provide insight into the lesser-known history of African civilizations.