Port Sudan, Primary seaport city on the Red Sea coast, Sudan
Port Sudan is a harbor city on Sudan's Red Sea coast with modern container handling facilities and L-shaped docks extending into the water. The infrastructure processes most of the country's international trade traffic.
The city was founded between 1905 and 1909 under British administration to replace the older port of Suakin, which struggled with coral reef obstacles. The move allowed for more efficient control of maritime trade in the region.
The city is home to Arabs, Nubians, Beja people, and migrants from across Africa and Asia who share daily life here. This diversity shapes how the community functions and interacts along the waterfront.
The fish market is most active in early morning hours when fresh catches are sold and nearby cooking stations can prepare your purchase. Visitors should arrive early for the best selection and freshest offerings.
The waters off the coast hold several diving sites such as Sha'ab Rumi and Wingate Reef where manta rays and schools of hammerhead sharks can be seen. These locations reveal the rich marine life of the Red Sea.
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