The red desert of Algeria: the Tadrart, jewel of the Sahara In the far south-east of Algeria, the Sahara reveals a region with landscapes marked by colour and relief: a series of red and orange dunes stretching as far as the eye can see, punctuated by rock formations sculpted by the wind. This red […]
Djanet, the heart of Tassili n’Ajjer Discover the history of Djanet, an oasis in the Algerian Sahara, between traditional urban planning and colonial past, in the heart of Tassili n’Ajjer. A thousand-year-old oasis in the heart of the Sahara Djanet, capital of Tassili n’Ajjer, has been a municipality in the wilaya of Djanet […]
Erg Admer: Journey into the Algerian Sahara Desert A few kilometers from Djanet, on the edge of the Algerian Sahara, lies Erg Admer, an ocean of sand sculpted by the winds and time. This sea of undulating dunes seems frozen in eternal silence, both timeless and mystical. At the Gateway to the Tassili n’Ajjer […]
Sefar, the forbidden city: a hidden treasure in the Algerian Sahara Nestling in the heart of the Tassili n’Ajjer massif in the Algerian Sahara, the troglodytic city of Sefar is one of the richest and most mysterious rock art sites in the world. Accessible only on foot, after several days’ trek across the desert, […]
Le rendez-vous d’Essendilène A landmark of the Algerian Sahara, Essendilène oasis is a majestic wadi located some 80km north-west of Djanet, in the Tassili n’Ajjer region. Sandy, steep-sided and now uninhabited, this fascinating natural site attracts travellers for its spectacular scenery and literary aura. A site marked by history and literature In colonial […]
Iherir, a lush oasis in the heart of the Algerian Sahara Located in the wilaya of Djanet, around 150 km north-west of Djanet, Iherir is an oasis nestling in a valley surrounded by high cliffs. A veritable haven in the heart of the Algerian Sahara, this oasis is fed by a perennial wadi, offering a […]
Djanet, an oasis nestling in the heart of the Algerian Sahara desert, is a travel destination of exceptional cultural and natural wealth. This picturesque town attracts tourists with its thousand-year-old cultural vestiges and breathtaking surrounding landscapes. Let’s explore together why visiting Djanet in Algeria is an unforgettable adventure for those who love nature, history and […]
The Algerian Sahara, with its endless stretches of golden sand and UNESCO-listed cultural heritage, is a destination of choice for adventure travelers. Let’s find out why this desert region in southern Algeria deserves to be explored. The most beautiful places in the Algerian Sahara The Tassili n’Ajjer The Tassili n’Ajjer is one of the […]
In the heart of the Algerian Sahara, the rock engravings of the ‘Weeping Cow’ have fascinated travellers and researchers for centuries. Located in the Tassili n’Ajjer Cultural Park, near the Djanet oasis, they bear witness to the creativity and beliefs of the region’s earliest inhabitants, including the ancestors of the Tuareg people. This UNESCO World […]
The Tassili n’Ajjer is a mountain range in the heart of the Algerian Sahara, straddling Algeria and Libya. It represents a priceless natural and cultural heritage, particularly for the Tuareg tribes who have lived there for centuries. This national park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to spectacular landscapes and a flora and fauna […]