By Omenihu Victoria The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, stretching across 11 countries in North Africa, including Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Sudan, and Tunisia. Covering roughly 9.2 million square kilometers, it is almost as big as the United States. Its landscape is a breathtaking mix of golden sand dunes, rocky plateaus, gravel plains, and dry riverbeds, giving the desert a unique and sometimes otherworldly appearance. The climate is extreme: daytime temperatures often rise above 50°C (122°F), while nights can be bitterly cold, sometimes dropping below freezing. Despite the harsh environment, the Sahara has supported human life for thousands of years. Nomadic communities such as the Tuareg and Berbers have traversed the desert for generations, traveling with camels and relying on their knowledge of the land. These communities move between oases and seasonal grazing areas, trading goods and maintaining cultural traditions tha...
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