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The desert is considered the signature tourism attraction of the dark continent, defying its scorching heat.
Existing for over a dozen million years, deserts have always been a hallmark of Africa.
1. The Unique Landscape of Namid Desert - Namibia
Namid Desert - An Oasis of Adventure
The Namid Desert features sand dunes that can change color from orange to red. But perhaps most noteworthy is the endless vista of desert stretching out to the Atlantic Ocean. Interspersed are towering sand dunes reaching 800m down to the sea. Visitors to Namid Desert can partake in activities such as hot air balloon rides, horseback riding to explore the sand dunes, etc. Tourists can also visit the Namid Rand Nature Reserve to witness firsthand the wild animals that are usually only seen on television.
Coastal Sand Dunes
The surreal scenery of Namid Desert
Namid during the rainy season
Campsite facilities for tourists at Namid
2. The White Desert - Egypt
Located 500km from the capital Cairo of Egypt is the White Desert. The most distinctive feature here is the sand of the desert is not red or orange but white. The white color varies from ivory white to pure white depending on the location. In addition, the White Desert also features peculiar rock formations, sand dunes with strange shapes. Exploring the White Desert, tourists cannot help but be amazed by the surreal beauty of the African desert.
The White Desert
Egg-shaped sand dunes
Glistening white rock formations
Bizarre-shaped rock formations According to tuoitre
Posted by: Tâmm Tâm
Keywords: African Deserts - The Unique Gems
