Sahara Desert Collection (#9)

Superb rock painting in the Jebel Acacus in the Libyan Sahara depicting women, ostriches, cattle and flowers

Rock painting depicting domestic cattle in the Jebel Acacus in the Libyan Sahara, Libya

A mosaic on the floor of the Seaward or Ocean Baths at the ancient Roman city of Sabratha

Temple of Isis built in the 1st century AD at the ancient Roman city of Sabratha. It faces the Mediterranean in keeping with its dedication to the Egyptian goddess Isis

Detail of carving of Judgement of Paris on one of the decorative panels in the facade of the Roman theatre at Sabratha, one of the most remarkable in the Roman world

Attractive desert scenery in the Bayuda Desert of northeast Sudan, which is an extension of the great Sahara Desert

A Nubian man displays his sword at an oasis in the Nubian Desert north of Old Dongola

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A camel rider drives his camels through a sandstorm on the southeast edge of the Northern or Libyan Desert, which forms a part of the Sahara Desert

A Nubian man wearing a white turban smiles broadly at his friend

Traditional Nubian architecture, plasterwork and decoration of the doorways and compounds to houses at Qubbat Selim

Traditional Nubian architecture at a gate in the village of Qubbat Selim, traditional Nubian architecture and plasterwork of a fine archway to a house and its courtyard at Qubbat Selim

A lone Acacia tree struggles to survive among rocks and boulders in the Nubian Desert. The Nubian Desert in Northeast Sudan is an extension of the Sahara Desert

A Nubian woman, her face covered by her headscarf to denote her Muslim belief, stands outside the verandah of her home. The style of verandah arch is typical of the Nubian people

An old man rides his donkey along a path beside farmland irrigated by the River Nile

Three camel riders silhouetted against an evening sky

In late afternoon light, a camel rider crosses a desert near the ancient pyramids of Meroe, east of the Nile

Situated a short distance east of the Nile, the ancient pyramids of Meroe are an important burial ground of thirty kings, eight queens

An over-crowded old Bedford bus travels along the main road from Khartoum to Shendi, a centuries old market town on the River Nile

The Elephant Temple at Musawwarat es-Sufra, south of Shendi, belongs to the Meroitic Period of the Kingdom of Cush and dates to around 270BC to 350AD

During the heat of the day, men water their livestock from deep wells near Musawwarat, situated in desert country south of Shendi

As the sun goes down after a blistering day, an old man rides home on his donkey

Bathed in early morning sunlight with a full moon still evident in the sky, the ruins of the Lion Temple, dedicated to the Lion God Apademak

The ruins of a Kiosk beside one of the four temples situated beside an important wadi at Naga some 30 km from the Nile. Discovered in 1821, the temples have been dated between 1BC and 1AD

Morocco, Tinfou Dunes, Tourist running along sand dunes

North Africa, Morocco, Tinfou Dunes, camels at sunset MOROCCO, Tinfou Dunes, Explore family group on camels at sunset

Merzouga, Erg Chebbi, Sahara Desert, Morocco Africa, Morocco, The Sahara Desert, Berber man leading his camel across the Sand Dunes - detail

Merzouga, Erg Chebbi, Sahara Desert, Morocco Africa, Morocco, The Sahara Desert, Erg Chebbi, Sand Dunes at Merzouga

Sahara desert, Morocco

Insect track in Sand

A House in the Sahara, 1880s. Artist: Gustave Guillaumet
A House in the Sahara, 1880s. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Hot air baloons crossing the Sahara desert, 1903. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 25th January 1903

Mehariste corps, 1894. Artist: Frederic Lix
Mehariste corps, 1894. Mehariste is a French word that roughly translates as camel cavalry. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 2nd April 1894

The defeat of the Tuaregs, 1894. Artist: Frederic Lix
The defeat of the Tuaregs, 1894. The Tuareg came into conflict with the French as the French sought to bring their Saharan territory under colonial control in the 19th century

The raising of the French flag at Timbuktu, 1894. Artist: Frederic Lix
The raising of the French flag at Timbuktu, 1894. The French began military incursions into the area in 1880. The French occupied the city of Timbuktu in 1894 in an attempt to stop the Tuareg

French Foreign Legion cemetery, Taourirt, Algeria, 20th century. French postcard

French Foreign Legion postcard, 1952. The Legion in the Sahara

French Foreign Legion postcard, c1900

A detachment of the French Foreign Legion in the Sahara desert, Algeria, c1905. Artist: J Geiser
A detachment of the French Foreign Legion in the Sahara desert, Algeria, c1905. French postcard

Arrow-points from the Sahara, 7th century BC

Caravan, 1860. Artist: Felix Francois Georges Philibert Ziem
Caravan, 1860. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Collecting water in the evening in an oasis in the Sahara
Collecting water in the evening in Jemma, an oasis village in the Sahara

Escape of the prisoners of the Mahdi, Khartoum, Sudan, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
Escape of the prisoners of the Mahdi, Khartoum, Sudan, 1892. A print from a supplement to the Le Petit Journal, 23rd January 1892

General Bonaparte with His Military Staff in Egypt, 1863. Artist: Jean-Leon Gerome
General Bonaparte with His Military Staff in Egypt, 1863. Detail. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Morocco. Sunrise over Erg Chegaga (or Chigaga) is a Saharan sand dune (approximately 40 km to 15 km wide, it is the largest and wildest of Morocco

Egypt, Aswan, Nile River, Felucca sailboats, temple ruins and the large sand dunes of the Sahara Desert in the background

Egypt, Cairo, Giza, A proud Egyptian man guides his camel in front of the Great Pyramids

Close up of a camels head from underneath in Egypt

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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.