Tiny island beach that is the ‘Little Sahara of Italy’ with some of Europe’s tallest sand dunes
THERE’S a little-known beach in Italy that looks like the Sahara Desert. With huge golden sands, dunes and beautiful blue waters, it’s one of the most beautiful places to go on ...
Why is China quietly helping Africa build a Great Green Wall across the Sahara?
This battle can be won': desert expert reveals how China's technology, funding and strategies aid ambitious environmental ...
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Ancient Cave Discovery Reveals That 8,000 Years Ago, The Sahara Was Green
The Sahara Desert, known today for its vast, arid landscapes, was once a fertile region teeming with life. A recent study analyzing stalagmites from caves in southern Morocco has revealed that between ...
Netizens divided: is the Iron Ore Train ride to the Sahara Desert worth it?
For those drawn to adventure travel, the legends of the Iron Ore Train may call out. Yet, beyond the hype and excitement, ...
‘Desertification is our destiny’: How this ancient African city is being buried under Sahara sand
The ancient city of Chinguetti is succumbing to a sea of sand – Sam Metz discovers how its residents are dealing with ...
Earth from space: Giant, pyramid-like 'star dunes' slowly wander across Moroccan desert
This 2023 astronaut photo shows a series of slowly moving "star dunes" in the Erg Chebbi region of Morocco. Most of these ...
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Sahara desert was not always dry. It was shaped by rains
Analysis of stalagmite samples from caves in southern Morocco has provided new insights into rainfall patterns in the Sahara ...
Dreamy desert escapes
From camel trekking and sandboarding to geodesic domes and yoga retreats, these striking desert destinations offer something ...
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The Case for Partition in Western Sahara
In an October 2024 briefing to the UN Security Council, Staffan de Mistura, the secretary-general’s Western Sahara envoy, ...