Omdurman
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An ancient city in the central part of the Republic of Sudan. In Arabic, it is called Umm Durman. It is located on the left bank of the Nile River, facing the capital, Khartoum. It has been an agricultural and commercial center since ancient times, producing ivory carvings and other products. It was founded in 1885 by Muhammad Ahmad, the leader of the Mahdist sect. His mausoleum still remains, and the influence of the Mahdist sect is strong. Population: 1,849,659 (2008). Source : Heibonsha Encyclopedia About MyPedia Information |
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スーダン共和国中部の古都。アラビア語ではウンム・ドゥルマーン。ナイル川の左岸にあり，首都ハルツームと対する。古くから農業・商業の中心地で象牙細工などの産がある。1885年，マフディー派の指導者ムハンマド・アフマドが創設。いまもその廟が残り，マフディー派の影響が強い。184万9659人（2008）。
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