The land of the Shilluk, their customs and their history. The Shilluk are a Nilotic people who inhabit the banks of the White Nile in the Sudan. They are a proud and warlike people, and they have a long and rich history. The Shilluk kingdom was founded in the 16th century by Nyikang, a legendary warrior who is said to have come from the north. Nyikang united the Shilluk tribes and established a strong and centralized government. The Shilluk kingdom flourished for several centuries, and it was one of the most powerful kingdoms in the region. However, in the 19th century, the Shilluk kingdom was conquered by the Egyptians. The Shilluk people were subjected to harsh rule, and many of them were killed or enslaved. In recent years, the Shilluk people have been fighting for their independence. They have faced many challenges, but they are determined to regain their freedom.