Rocks and sand in the Sahara, Algeria Aug 31, 2024

Rocks and sand in the Sahara, Algeria

From the Mediterranean coast to the vast Sahara Desert, Algeria in North Africa has a wide variety of landscapes. Today, we"re exploring the area around the Tassili n"Ajjer plateau. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famed for its rock formations and cave art. More than 15,000 ancient engravings, some dating back 12,000 years, depict scenes of daily life, hunting and mystical beings. After checking out this desert landscape, it"s time to head to town.

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