Omdurman
Sign in to saveOmdurman () is a major city in Sudan. It is the second most populous city in the country, located in the State of Khartoum. Omdurman lies on the west bank of the River Nile, opposite and northwest of the capital city of Khartoum. The city acts as an important road hub, with the Nile boosting transportation even further.
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Omdurman is Sudan's second-largest city, located on the west bank of the Nile River directly across from the capital city of Khartoum. The city serves as an important transportation hub for the region, with its position on the Nile River enhancing its role in connecting different parts of the country.
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Place details
- Locality
- مكتب كهرباء التاسعة
- Region
- ولاية الخرطوم
- Country
- السودان
- Population
- 1,849,659
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- Etymology
- History
- Geography
- Neighbourhoods
- Climate
- Demographics
- Education
- Airport
- New Khartoum International Airport
- Notable people
- See also
- References
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Omdurman () is a major city in Sudan. It is the second most populous city in the country, located in the State of Khartoum. Omdurman lies on the west bank of the River Nile, opposite and northwest of the capital city of Khartoum. The city acts as an important road hub, with the Nile boosting transportation even further.
== Etymology == The name Omdurman (Umm Durmān) literally translates as "Mother of Durmān", but who she was or might have been is unknown.