Tagged With "Caravan route"

Wow! Fantastic shots.

It is almost impossible to describe the debilitating heat in this location. We would instantly scurry to any shade possible, however inadequate. I have been on the southern fringe and broiled in hot springs about 30km off the road to Harar. Afars looked through me, knowing I was irrelevant in their world. In years gone by, my testicles would have been their chief interest in me, for decorating their waistband !

Great photos of a surreal landscape!

Travelled hundreds of kilometres on camels, love the rhythm and simplicity. I also love the way herders of all sorts carry their staff across their shoulders

Grand Escapes shares a most remarkable landscape, unlike any other today. We visit the salt lake and mines in The Danikil Depression.

Grand Escapades shares memorable images of camel caravans carrying huge loads of salt on their way to market, much as they have for centuries.

George G takes refuge from a coming storm in a charming Alpine village

Luxembourg City boasts a rich history dating back to Roman times, evident in its well-preserved medieval architecture and UNESCO-listed Old Town.

DrFumblefinger visits the historic fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou, a popular filming location and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Yes, I remember that our hotel was nothing to write home about either. We had a decent enough meal there, though, with a bottle of reasonable local wine.

I visited Aït Ben Haddou, #Morocco, a few years ago. Your photos are excellent and show the complex city.