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The plants and animals of the Sahara are easily recognized. Mammals such as dromedary camels and goats are herded and used for transport, food, or milk. The hyrax, a small relative of the elephant, is found in the Sahara. Most of the plants in this desert are able to withstand droughts and higher than normal levels of salt(halophytes).travel-exploration.com Many of these plants have roots that stick deep down into the ground.nonviolenceinternational.net In some cases, the roots may reach as far down as 80 feet. The roots travel so deep because they are trying to find water. Palm trees, cacti, and acacia trees are well suited for this desert environment. A UN-backed 1991 ceasefire plan included a referendum to allow the Sahrawi population to determine their own fate but it never took place. Morocco has offered autonomy to Western Sahara, but Polisario - which waged a low-intensity guerrilla war until a ceasefire in 1991 - reject this and want a referendum with independence for Western Sahara as one of the options. Bourita said after the talks. Polisario negotiator Khatry Adouh said the most democratic solution was to let people choose options in a referendum. One of the most contentious issues delaying the vote is the eligibility of voters. The Moroccan government has convinced many of its citizens to relocate to the territory through generous subsidies and tax exemptions. As such, it isn't clear who would partake in any future referendum. Between 100,000 and 200,000 refugees live in camps near the town of Tindouf in western Algeria, not far from the Moroccan and Western Sahara borders. Considered a "non-self-governing territory" by the UN, the SADR-run Western Sahara is recognised by 84 states. The territory is also recognised by the African Union, which Morocco rejoined in 2017 after a 33-year absence. For decades, families from the borderlands have been torn apart: there is a highway straddling the frontier but it is shut. So to cross over, people from Western Sahara have to travel hundreds of kilometres to reach an airport for a flight to Casablanca or Algiers and then travel again by road. In a statement, Polisario praised US and African Union support for the UN process. But it criticised the European Union for "sustained, illegal and uncompromising efforts to secure trade deals with Morocco, which include the territory of Western Sahara in violation of the rulings of the European Court of Justice". Sahara Desert having 3.5 million square miles with 2.5 million people has one of the lowest populated places on earth. History reveals that more people inhabited Sahara Desert as with the numerous artifacts found. Most people living in Sahara Desert are nomads. This means that they move from one region to another depending on living conditions. They have no permanent homes. Diverse groups populated the region but lived separately. They exchange trade of goods when needed. Later on it also led to the success of external trading with other countries and continents. This group lives in central Sahara. They originated from the Berber group. They settled in Air and Ahaggar highlands. They move from Central to Western Sahara. They are popularly known as the "Blue Men of the desert" because of their blue robes. The face veil of men represents different styles and status of the male gender. On the other hand women wear head scarf to reveal their status. They are located in Northern reaches of Mali near Timbuktu and Kidal also in Niger, Nigeria, Burkina Faso and Senegal. The most valuable possession they have is the sword. Women are in charge of the food and clothing related tasks. Men are in charge of selling products.reliefweb.int With regard to arts and crafts, they are also known for their jewelries and carved masks. They serve as guides to Western adventure tourists and oil operations. There is political instability in the region. The official language is Temajeg or Tamacheq. They practice fortune telling and Koran healing. This group is from the Sunni Muslim Sect and are related to Bedouin race. They are mixture of Berber and Arab. They can be found in Western Sahara. With regard to arts and culture, they are popular for their handcrafted curio. They use two instruments: Tbal(drum) and Tidnit(string instrument) to create desert music. Their economy depends on herd rearing of sheep, camels and goats. They also do fishing, handicrafts and iron/phosphate mining. They are under the Morocco government. Islam is the official religion. This group dominated the Tibesti Massif, desert mountains and high plateaus region. They are also known as Toubou. They live in northern Chad, Libya, Niger and Sudan. As of this time with a population of more than 350,000 inhabitants. Some are nomadic while others are semi nomadic. They practice clan based society with own set of oases, pastures and wells. They believed in the importance of family and practice large camping to bond with one another. They believed that the clan is one of the most stable institutions. Their major source of income is livestock and alternative source is herding dates and grain. They are divided into two: the Teda and Daza. These two groups are of common origin yet speaks two different languages. Daza group are greater in number compared to Gazas. They are also known as Negroids: forest negroids, nilotic negroids, Negritogroup. Forest negroids have dark skin, protruding face, broad flat nose, broad hips and unequal arms and legs. Nilotic negroids come from Sudan and have black skin, abnormal size nose and a long flat narrow face. They are also known for the slim built. Negritogroup or pygmies have small height, medium brown skins and vague black hair. Afterwards, cross the Ziz Valley and its jagged gorges until you get to Midelt and Erfoud. From the last village, take a dirt road to Merzouga, a charming village on the edge of the desert. You will spend the first night in a hotel near the dunes. Spend the whole second day exploring the spectacular Merzouga Desert. Plow through the golden-colored dunes on a 4x4, visit nomad hamlets, admire beautiful oases and walk along the famous Erg Chebbi dunes. Next, visit the little village of Khamlia, where the Gnawa live. The Gnawa population are descents of Central African slaves and are famous across the world for their beautiful folk music that combines classic Islamic Sufism with their traditions. In the evening you will be driven back to your hotel where camels will be waiting for you to take you into the heart of the dunes to spend a night in a Berber tent. Wake up in the dark and sit on top of a dune to witness a breath-taking sunrise. Afterwards, climb back on a camel and return to the small village of Merzouga, where you will have breakfast and a refreshing shower (depending on the type of camp, your breakfast and shower might be before the camel ride). On your way to Ouarzazate you will drive past Rissani and Tafilalet, where the Alaouite dynasty of Morocco are originally from. Next, you will head to the impressive Todgha Gorge, in the Dades Valley, situated in the centre of the High Atlas Mountains. Leave Dades Valley behind and take the route of the thousand kasbahs, admiring along the way the Valley of the Roses and Skoura’spalm grove.smithsonianmag.com Finally, you will reach Ouarzazate, where you will spend the night. After a filling breakfast, you will be driven to the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, one of the most famous fortified cities in the world. Numerous films have been set in this charming location, including Gladiator. You will walk into the ruins of the kasbah to discover its rich history and secrets. On our way to Marrakech, you will cross a valley full of almond trees and the picturesque Berber hamlets: Amerzgane, Agouim and Ighrem. Climb up into the depths of the Atlas through Tizi n'Tichka mountain port, 2.260 meters high, and stop to eat a traditional Moroccan meal at Tadart. After lunch, hop back into the car and return to Marrakech. This is a long time staple for my family. No matter what we can always meet here and enjoy a night of conversation under cozy lighting with great service. If you want seriously good gyros, these are the best I have ever had.reuters.com I could be biased since I pretty much grew up going here but I LOVE it. The gyros plate comes with shaved lamb, basmati rice, tabouleh and some salad. You will not be disappointment when you come here. Only open for dinner. Make sure to order apps. If you have room, the baklava is and the Moroccan mint tea is AMAZING! Had a high hope for this place. Went there with two business associates for lunch. The restaurant had a good ambience and appeared clean. The service was too slow and took us closer to 15 min to order and get a correct drink order. We each ordered gyro, Kebob and chicken shawarma plates. My Afghani colleague was disappointed with his gyro and the other colleague who got the kebob said that it was ok. My shawarma lacked any flavor and the meat was almost dissolved and there were more sliced onions and red peppers than marinated chicken.journeybeyondtravel.com I can think of countless other small eateries or food trucks that have better food than this place. The hummus and baba ganoush were good again nothing outstanding. Neither of us ever got the drinks refilled again and the wait stuff only came through at last to collect the check. Again not sure what is the hype about this place. Walked in and asked the server "what would you eat"? Took his suggestion the lamb shawarma and holy poop was it great! It tasted like someone slaves in the kitchen for hours and had more layers of flavor than I could describe. The side if hummus was off hook. Best hummus I've ever had and even better than any I've ever made smooth, velvety and depth of flavor. It is a hole in the wall but as others have said, don't let that keep you away. If I lived here I'd make this a weekly thing. Really good meddeterrian spot! We ate here on a whim as they supported Project Angelheart and we happened to be in the area! I had the Kabob Combo (Chicken, Lamb, Shrimp) with hummus instead of rice. The meat was seasoned and cooked perfectly. I just love the flavors of this cuisine! The hummus was homemade, flavorful, with a silky texture.unocha.org My wife had the Loubnas special chicken! Man, this was something special! It's definitely spicy, but so so good. Hard to describe, just need to try it if you like spicy food! Overall I would recommend this place. Its family friendly, they have kids cups with kids. Our kids just ate off of our plates as they loved the fattoush, the pita bread, and my kabobs (they didn't eat the spicy chicken lol). If you like Mediterranean food and are nearby, check them out! Family favorite of ours! Consistently DELICIOUS & FRESH food! We make an effort to come to the Sahara every time we are in town (my parents live in Australia & always request a trip here!) The wait staff is friendly & welcoming.britannica.com Mo & his wife are wonderful. My web page Saharapolicy.com