What to see in Southern Sudan?

Southern Sudan is a country formed quite recently, located in the eastern part of Africa. The capital of the country is the city of Juba. This region offers travelers unique and exciting adventures. Rich in natural resources and cultural heritage, Southern Sudan boasts many stunning sights to visit.

One of the most impressive sights in Southern Sudan is the Boma National Park. It is surrounded by beautiful mountains and wildlife. Here you can see magnificent waterfalls, deep canyons and a variety of vegetation and animals. The park is also famous for its unique rock paintings left by ancient tribes, which you can study in the local museum.

Southern Sudan is home to the vast Badigeru Swamp. The valley of the swamp receives its waters from the Kineti River, which originates on the northern slopes of Mount Imatong. The wetlands here are covered with dense papyrus and lush grass. During the rainy season, their length reaches 100 kilometers. The fertile pastures attract many animals and birds. There are huge numbers of storks, pelicans, gray herons and crested ducks. Large animals include gazelles, giraffes, zebras, ostriches and elephants.

Southern Sudan's unique archaeological heritage is represented by the Kapoito Ancient Caves, which attract the attention of researchers and tourists from all over the world. Located in the mountains in the south of the country, these caves are a set of cave-like stone abodes used by ancient tribes for dwellings and religious ceremonies. Inside the caves, one can find unique paintings left on the walls by the ancient inhabitants. These depict various scenes from the life and culture of those times. Some of the paintings are more than 5,000 years old and are of real archaeological value.

The Sudd wetland in the White Nile basin is a unique landscape of tiny islets, winding channels, lagoons, reed and papyrus fields. The size of this area is variable and depends on rainfall. Within this unique ecosystem are river-flooded meadows and green grass pastures that are home to over 400 species of birds and mammals. The best way to explore this area is by canoe. You may encounter white pelicans, black cranes, swans, herons, ducks and even hippos as you sail through the grounds. Don't forget to stock up on mosquito and mosquito spray before you set off on your trip.