Old Dongola
SudanNational Board for Antiquities and Museum Dr. Salah M.Ahmed
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Description
Old Dongola was the capital of the Christian Kingdom of Makouria (7th - 14th century). The site contains many churches, places, houses and mosques. The wall of some buildings are decorated with very fine frescoes.