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'''Sudan''' is a country in [[Northern Africa]]. It is was the largest country in [[Africa]]until the South voted to be Independent and subsequently split . It is bordered by [[Egypt]] to the north, the Red Sea to the northeast, [[Eritrea]] and [[Ethiopia]] to the east, [[South Sudan]] to the south, the [[Central African Republic]] to the southwest, [[Chad]] to the west and [[Libya]] to the northwest.
On July 8th, 2011, [[South Sudan]] split off the country.
== Hitchhiking ==
It seems that in Sudan a symbolic payment is expected, except from the region around [[Khartoum]]. You need permissions for some regions if you want to travel (to) there.
Hitching is generally easy, although many of the citizens do not understand the concept of hitching, so it is best to say you are having money problems. On roads with trade and freight, you should easily be able to pick up a lorry. On minor roads, such as those heading north, often the only traffic will be with minibuses. These are modern, air conditioned and pretty reasonable.
Almost every town and city has a police check-point on the outskirts. This acts as a road block and can cause problem to the plucky hitcher. It was often the case that the police would just put you on a passing bus for no charge. The police are very helpful and warm, so long as all your permits are in order.
== Border crossing ==
There are a lot of unsolved conlficts in Sudan, also there are landmines in almost every border region. Due to high crime rates and escalating conflicts hitchhiking in Sudan can be dangerous, especially in the Region of [[Dafur]]. Don't cross borders illegally because of landmines and the risk of being imprisoned for a long time.
Be careful when taking photos of official buildings you may be arrested as a spy.Getting arrested in Sudan is relatively commonplace, so don't be alarmed if it happens to you. They will take your details and release you shortly with matters such as photographs. The north is much safer, and the biggest danger here will be the extraordinary midday heat. Stay sheltered and well hydrated. Always carry plenty of water and snacks on you. Almost everywhere in Sudan will have terracotta water vessels in the cool shade of big trees, with a communal cup. These are great in emergency situations, or if your stomach is hardy, for general drinking water. Alot of coffee stands or shops will have threadbare beds which you will be invited to rest on during the heat of the day.
== Visa ==
It is possible to get a Sudanese visa in only one day at the Sudanese Embassy in [[Cairo]], [[Egypt]], for 100 US dollars.
It is also possible to attain a Transit Visa in Kampala, Uganda from the Sudanese Embassy. It is valid for 2 weeks (in three months), is about 60 US Dollars, takes 3 days and is surprisingly straightforward to apply for.
== Cities ==
