Kassala

Kassala stands at an elevation of 505 meters, with the Kassala and Mokram mountains forming natural barriers to the east and south of the city.

Egyptian forces established Kassala as a military garrison in 1834, followed by Mahdist control from 1885 to 1894 and a brief Italian occupation during 1940-1941.

The Khatmiyya Mosque, constructed in 1840, remains a central religious structure in Kassala and functions as a primary center for the Sufi Khatmiyya religious order.

The city maintains connections to Khartoum and Port Sudan through an extensive network of roads, serving as a central point for regional trade and commerce.

The seasonal Gash River creates an inland delta where Kassala sits, supporting fruit gardens that contribute substantially to the local economy.

Location: Kassala

Inception: 1840

Elevation above the sea: 505 m

GPS coordinates: 15.45000,36.40000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:52