More numerous than those in Egypt, standing as silent witnesses to ancient Sudanese power.

"أرض الجمال والخير، أرض السمر والنيل.. حضارة ممتدة، حاولنا نبقى دليل.. نعكس صور للغير، سوداننا فيهو كتير.. خير ما بيتعدا، متباينة فيك ألوان، يا منارة التاريخ".

On one hand, "Al-Samara" refers to the night and the tradition of evening gatherings. In traditional culture, the night was a time for storytelling, music, and social bonding. The "Land of Samara" is thus a place where the nights are alive with the sounds of the Rababa (a traditional string instrument), the beats of the Tabla , and the recitation of epic poetry. It is the land of Suhbah (companionship), where friends gather in cafes or homes to discuss life, politics, and art