Republican Palace, Presidential complex in Khartoum, Sudan
The Republican Palace functions as both a governmental building and museum, exhibiting architectural elements from its past as an Anglican cathedral.
The structure transformed from a British Governor's Palace built in 1884 to an Anglican cathedral in 1912, before becoming a museum in 1971.
The museum displays extensive collections of Sudanese governmental artifacts, historical documents, and political memorabilia from 1884 to 2007.
Visitors can access the museum on Fridays between 10 AM and 6 PM, and on Sundays and Wednesdays from 4 PM to 6 PM.
The building maintains original stained glass windows created by artist Mabel Esplin, combining religious artistry with contemporary museum functions.
GPS coordinates: 15.60809,32.52901
Latest update: March 7, 2025 15:05
Sudan offers photographers a substantial mix of ancient monuments, desert formations and river landscapes. The country contains more than 200 pyramids at Meroe, Nuri and El-Kurru that differ markedly from their Egyptian counterparts. These Nubian structures rise from the desert with few visitors present, allowing unobstructed shooting. The National Museum of Sudan in Khartoum and the museums at Kerma and Karima display artifacts from the kingdoms of Kush and Meroe. Archaeological sites including Jebel Barkal, Soleb Temple, Naqa and Al-Musawwarat es-Sufra document the region's historical position as a crossroads of African and Mediterranean cultures. The confluence of the Blue and White Nile in Khartoum creates a distinct dividing line between differently colored waters. Tuti Island and Sabaloka Gorge provide perspectives on the river environment. The Nubian Desert, Bayuda Desert with its volcanic cones and the Kassala Mountains present different desert settings. At the Red Sea port of Suakin, 19th-century coral stone buildings slowly deteriorate, while Sanganeb National Park gives access to coral reefs. The markets of Omdurman and Kassala, along with the Sufi shrine at Sheikh Hamad-al Nil, record contemporary Sudanese life. These locations provide substantial photographic opportunities in a country that receives considerably fewer tourists than its neighbors.
Naqa
108.6 km
The Mahdi's tomb
5.6 km
National Museum of Sudan
2.3 km
Presidential Palace in Khartoum
288 m
Musawarat
123.6 km
Tuti Island
2.8 km
Shambat Bridge
4.7 km
Masjid Al-Nilin
4.6 km
Mac Nimir Bridge
663 m
St. Matthew's Cathedral
590 m
Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation
471 m
Tuti Bridge
1.8 km
Khalifa House Museum
35.9 km
Sudan National Botanical Garden
2.2 km
Omdurman Bridge
4.1 km
Farouq mosque, Khartoum
983 m
GNPOC Headquarters
3 km
حديقة_السودان_لإنقاذ_الحياة_البرية
30.3 km
Nile Street, Sudan
1.8 km
Khaniq as Sablukah
78.8 km
Ethnological Museum of Khartoum
561 m
Temple of Amun, Naqa
108.7 km
Sixth cataract of the Nile
77.2 km
Nubian Lion Temple
108.4 km
Sheikh Hamad-al Nil Tomb
7.3 km
سوق الشقلة الفتيحاب
8.2 km
Khartoum War Cemetery
1.5 km
Souq Omdurman
6.6 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes