Jebel Barkal, Sacred mountain and archaeological complex in Northern State, Sudan
The sandstone outcrop rises 104 meters above the Nile River, featuring temples, pyramids, and palaces spread across 100 hectares of desert landscape.
Egyptian pharaohs established a fortified settlement at Jebel Barkal around 1450 BCE, marking their southern territorial boundary and constructing temples dedicated to Amun.
The archaeological remains at Jebel Barkal reveal the extensive influence of both Egyptian and Kushite civilizations through their architectural styles and religious practices.
The Jebel Barkal Museum displays numerous artifacts discovered during excavations, while ongoing research projects continue to uncover new findings about ancient Nubian life.
Eight royal pyramids surround the mountain, serving as burial places for Kushite rulers who maintained this location as their spiritual center for over 1000 years.
Location: Northern State
Elevation above the sea: 287 m
Part of: Gebel Barkal and the Sites of the Napatan Region
GPS coordinates: 18.53680,31.82760
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:55
Sudan offers historical sites and natural landscapes for photography. The Meroe Pyramids, Nubian Desert and the Nile confluence in Khartoum provide diverse subjects. The temples of Soleb and Jebel Barkal, Kassala Mountains and the Red Sea coral reefs enable various photographic opportunities.
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