Abyei is a town that is administered by Sudan and claimed by South Sudan. It has been one of the flashpoints in the ongoing conflict between the two countries since the Sudanese Civil Wars, as it is disputed between the two countries.
Understand
editThe town is heavily disputed between South Sudan and Sudan. There is no reason for travellers to come here, and it is very unsafe.
Abyei was traditionally inhabited by people of the Dinka ethnic group. In the late 2000s, the Second Sudanese Civil War took its toll and most of the Dinka have fled the town, which has now been occupied and razed by northern Sudanese forces.
Get in
editSudan's B38 Highway passes through Abyei Town.
Get around
editIt is highly advised that you travel in an armored car. Do not wander the streets alone.
See
edit- Traditional Sudanese huts
Buy
editAbyei is home to a traditional Sudanese market.
Eat
edit- Sinnaryya Restaurant
Drink
editWork
editThere is a UNMIS Headquarters in Abyei Town.
Sleep
editThere are no hotels in Abyei.
Stay safe
editSee the warning on the Sudan article.
Cope
edit- Abyei Masjid Mosque.
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