Why was the site of Khartoum chosen as a capital?

It sits at the confluence of two rivers

Why is Egypt building a massive new capital in the desert?

To relieve Cairo's extreme congestion

Ideal natural harbor for the trans-Pacific galleon trade

Proximity to the traditional grazing lands of the ruling tribe

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1 Easy

Why was the site of Khartoum chosen as a capital?

Answer: It sits at the confluence of two rivers
2 Medium

Why is Egypt building a massive new capital in the desert?

Answer: To relieve Cairo's extreme congestion
3 Hard

Why was Yamoussoukro chosen to replace Abidjan as Ivory Coast's capital?

Answer: Birthplace of the president
4 Easy

Why is the capital of the Philippines located in Manila?

Answer: Ideal natural harbor for the trans-Pacific galleon trade
5 Medium

Which capital city is the headquarters of the African Union?

Answer: Addis Ababa
6 Hard

Why is the capital of Iran, Tehran, located near the Alborz?

Answer: Proximity to the traditional grazing lands of the ruling tribe