A small pit-stop town, Shendi is an unremarkable Nile-side habitation only frequented by tourists because of its proximity to the famous pyramids of Meröe. Even then few stay here as the incredible archaeological site can be visited easily from Khartoum in a day.
Life in the town centres around the to and fro of people and goods as they refill or stock up at this busy interchange. The market is a hub-bub of business, fresh produce comes from nearby allotments on the river, whilst others trade in manufactured essentials and raw materials. Tea-ladies, as always, are everywhere, offering refreshment in between bouts of haggling.
Highlights
Getting Here
Port Sudan – Shendi (Goes all the way to Khartoum): 5am coach from Port Sudan bus station 430SDP 8 hours drive. Snacks and tea provided.
Sleeping
El Kanther Hotel: The only hotel in town give you little choice. Basic but clean with stunning views of rural Nile -life. The proprietors refused to let us use the WIFI. Twin-room 500SDP per night.
Eating
Market Fare: There are a number of stalls to choose from selling basic bites from hot metal pots of ful to scrambled eggs and tamiya (falafel).
