The Sufis in Omdurman

Last night we went to see the Sufis in Omdurman. They are often called "whirling dervishes". though they are very different from those that whirl in other corners of the world. Yes, they twirl a little bit- but it is very informal, more a large circle with singing, drumming and the dancing.

A friend compared the experience to a Pentacostal Christian service.
Amazingly enough, it is also the one place in Sudan where people welcome photography! I had one father come up to me and introduce me to his baby- and then ask me to take a picture of her to take to show Obama! (Obama, if you're reading this- send me a sign!)