Fun facts about Aweil
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Aweil was the capital of Aweil State, which existed between 2000 and 2020.
Aweil
South Sudan
Aweil is a city located in South Sudan. It is the capital of Northern Bahr el Ghazal state and the administrative centre of Aweil Center County. It is also a service centre for the surrounding villages.
From the “History” section
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The topography of Aweil is flat and prone to flooding, but it is at an elevation of 425 m (1,394 ft).
Aweil
South Sudan
Aweil is a city located in South Sudan. It is the capital of Northern Bahr el Ghazal state and the administrative centre of Aweil Center County. It is also a service centre for the surrounding villages.
From the “Geography” section
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Aweil is located in a Tropical savanna climate, where summer can also be dry despite being in the tropics.
Aweil
South Sudan
Aweil is a city located in South Sudan. It is the capital of Northern Bahr el Ghazal state and the administrative centre of Aweil Center County. It is also a service centre for the surrounding villages.
From the “Climate” section
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The two main ethnic groups in Aweil are Dinka and Luwo.
Aweil
South Sudan
Aweil is a city located in South Sudan. It is the capital of Northern Bahr el Ghazal state and the administrative centre of Aweil Center County. It is also a service centre for the surrounding villages.
From the “Demographics” section
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The Khartoum - Aweil - Wau railway line was constructed in 1961 and restored for use in 2010 after civil war damage.
Aweil
South Sudan
Aweil is a city located in South Sudan. It is the capital of Northern Bahr el Ghazal state and the administrative centre of Aweil Center County. It is also a service centre for the surrounding villages.
From the “Infrastructure and services” section
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