Camp in the dunes

Camel trecking and sand dune climbing tip

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November 8th 2008
Francois and I are recovering from a 2 day camel trek in the sand dunes. SAND DUNE CLIBING TIP # 241 When climbing sand dunes always walk along the ridge of the dune to get to the top. Refer to picture. I nearly missed the sunrise because I thought climbing up the dune face was the way to go, later I realised the footprints I saw on the dune face were those of people going down not up. Ca ... read more

Africa » Morocco

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In 788, about a century after the Arab conquest of North Africa, successive Moorish dynasties began to rule in Morocco. In the 16th century, the Sa'adi monarchy, particularly under Ahmad AL-MANSUR (1578-1603), repelled foreign invaders and inaugurate... ... read more