Sahara Desert Collection (#7)

Rock Formation in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Sun over Rock Formations in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formations at Dusk in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formations in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Niger, Sahara Desert; Northern Niger, Patterns and animal tracks on sand

Morocco, Detail of sand dunes at dawn in Erg Chebbi area; Sahara Desert near Merzouga

Morocco, Berber blue man walking through sand dunes in Erg Chebbi area; Sahara Desert near Merzouga

Morocco, Detail of sand dune at dawn in Erg Chebbi area; Sahara Desert near Merzouga

Morocco, Sand dune at dusk near Merzouga in Sahara Desert; Erg Chebbi area

Merzouga, Morocco

Erg Chebbi, Merzouga, Morocco

Morocco, Silhouette of Berber Blue man leading camel across sand dunes at dusk in Erg Chebbi area; Sahara Desert near Merzouga

Morocco, Berber leading camel across sand dune near Merzouga in Sahara Desert; Erg Chebbi area

Morocco, Erg Chebbi area; Sahara Desert near Merzouga, Shadow of Berber Blue man leading camel across sand dunes

Morocco, Detail of sand dunes in Erg Chebbi area; Sahara Desert near Merzouga

Sand dunes and Oasis, Desert, Tunisia

The Northern or Libyan Desert in northwest Sudan is an easterly extension of the great Sahara Desert. The erosion of sedimentary rock has created a truly magnificent desert landscape

Ancient cave paintings. Ennedi Natural and Cultural Reserve, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chad. September 2019

Eroded sandstone rock formations in the Ennedi Natural And Cultural Reserve, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sahara Desert, Chad. September 2019

Elephant arch - eroded sandstone rock formation in the Ennedi Natural And Cultural Reserve, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sahara Desert, Chad. September 2019

Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Erg Chegaga (or Chigaga) is a Saharan sand dune (approximately)
Morocco, Erg Chegaga (or Chigaga) is a Saharan sand dune (approximately 40 km to 15 km wide, some dunes around a height of 60m (170 m more than Erg Chebbi), it is the largest and wildest of Morocco

Capital from the Hathor temple in Dendera
Illustration of a Capital from the Hathor temple in Dendera

Equatorial Guinea map 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Illustration of Nile river from Lake Victoria to Nile Delta

Mali, Timbuktu, Sahara Desert, Tuareg camel riders

Hypostyle hall, Great Temple of Abu Simbel
Hypostyle hall with colossal statues of Ramesses II depicted as the god Osiris, the Great Temple of Abu Simbel (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979), dating from the reign of Ramesses II

Palm trees growing in the hot desert sand, Mandara Valley, Ubari Sand Sea, Sahara, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Stone desert, Akakus Mountains, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Acacia in the stone desert, black desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Acacia in the Libyan Desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Akakus Mountains, Libyan Desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Prehistoric rock drawings in the Tadrart Valley, Akakus Mountains, Libyan Desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Rock formations in the Libyan Desert, Akakus Mountains, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Praying Mantis (Mantodea) in the Libyan Desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Praying Mantis (Mantodea), Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Ruins of Germa, medieval capital of the Garamantes, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Date Palms (Phoenix spec. ), in the Libyan Desert, Um el Ma Oasis, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa
Date Palms (Phoenix spec.), in the Libyan Desert, Um el Ma Oasis, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Two riding camels in a vadi or wadi, Arabic term for valley, of Adrar Tekemberet, Immidir, Algeria, Sahara, North Africa

Rock formation in Sahara desert
The Tadrart Acacus is a mountain range in western Libya and in the heart of Sahara Desert, near the border with Algeria. Weirdly shaped rock formations carved in the sandstone by the wind and erosion

An Elephant carved into the rock
Rock carving of an Elephant in the archaeological site called In Galghien, by the dry river Mathendush in western Libya. The region is the Fezzan and the mountain range is Tadrart Acacus

Yoa Lake, Ounianga Kebir, Tibesti-Ennedi, Sahara Desert, Chad

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Camel caravan loaded with goods. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Oasis of Gafsa in Tunisia, North Africa. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Tunisia, Sahara Desert, Douz, Great Dune, palm trees, dawn

Shadows Of Camels And Riders In The Desert, Merzouga, Morocco, North Africa

A nomad sits in the desert and talks on his mobile phone. It should be noted that it is not always possible to recieve a signal

Old Religious Temple in Chinguetti

Mauritania, Brakna, Desert Guide

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The Sahara Desert, located in North Africa, is a vast expanse of arid land that stretches across multiple countries. Its significance can be traced back to ancient times, as depicted on the Map of Egypt. The desert has been witness to countless tales and adventures, such as Arabs fighting tigers amidst its harsh conditions. Explorers have ventured into this unforgiving landscape throughout history, with EXPL2A-00139 marking one of their expeditions. The Map of Africa showcases the most recent discoveries made within its borders, including the Island of St. , while Camels in the Sahara Desert symbolize the resilience required to survive here. Over time, maps like those from 1883 and 1902 have documented changes in African territories but also highlighted the enduring presence of this formidable desert. Kasbah Ait Benhaddou stands as a testament to an ancient fortified village along a caravan route connecting Marrakech and the Sahara Desert – now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Innovation has found its way even into these barren lands; traditional houses equipped with solar panels demonstrate how locals adapt to modern needs while respecting their environment. Tombouctou (Timbuktu), immortalized by painted road signs pointing towards it, represents both an elusive destination and a symbol of historical importance. The Sahara's inhabitants include Berber people who have forged deep connections with their surroundings over generations. A Berber man standing proudly beside his camel embodies their nomadic lifestyle intertwined with survival skills passed down through time. Douz serves as a gateway for many adventurers seeking experiences within this vast desert landscape – offering glimpses into life amidst shifting dunes and endless horizons. The Sahara Desert captivates our imagination with its rich history, diverse landscapes, and resilient communities that thrive against all odds.