Kassala
Top Places to Visit
Gash River
The Gash River runs through Kassala, but for most of the year it is a dry sandy riverbed, used for football practice in the evenings. In the rainy season, water... more
Jebel Totil
Behind the tomb, you can climb the slopes of Jebel Totil. On the lower slopes, there are several cafes built into the rock, serving the best coffee in Kassala. ... more
Sawagi Janubiyya
To the south, the Sawagi Janubiyya (southern gardens) is a collection of villages surrounded by mango and guava orchards alongside the Gash.
Sikka Hadiid
On the other side of the Gash, you reach an area called Sikka Hadiid, which is the old railway quarter. The original railway station still stands, all ... more
Climb Totil Mountain
Climb Totil Mountain for fantastic views of Kassala, and beyond to Wad Sherifei refugee camp and Eritrea. To reach the summit, you need special equipment, but ... more
Top Activity Places
Take A Walk Through Sawagi Janubiyya
Take a walk through Sawagi Janubiyya. Cross the Gash bridge and take the road to your left which leads you through the Sawagi villages. After five kilometres or... more
Drink Coffee
Drink coffee at one of Kassala's hundreds of tea stalls or at a cafe on Totil mountain.
