Abu Dhabi is the first destination for the discovery of the Liwa Oasis. It is 133 kilometers long and located on the edge of the Empty Quarter Desert, known as the world\'s most significant stretch of sand. In this place, tourists find nearly nine forts that serve as a habitat for the Bani Yas tribe. ►
Abu Dhabi is the first destination for the discovery of the Liwa Oasis. It is 133 kilometers long and located on the edge of the Empty Quarter Desert, known as the world\'s most significant stretch of sand. In this place, tourists find nearly nine forts that serve as a habitat for the Bani Yas tribe. It is a breathtaking spectacle that awaits them with the dense green palm groves and the red sand of the dunes. Much further into China, travelers can head to Crescent Lake. As the name suggests, it is moon-shaped and is located near Dunhuang in Gansu Province. In the Gobi Desert, they will find this 2,000-year-old source of turquoise water surrounded by dunes. Generally, tourists go there for walks. Then, in India\'s Nubra Valley, the green canopy that denotes the cold white sand of Ladakh is one of Asia\'s best-hidden oases. It is accessible from Leh, and tourists need a permit for this visit. They will see the Bactrian camels padding in the desert. In the Middle East, there is nothing like Wadi Bani Khalid to get impressed. This place is dotted with oases and natural pools heated by the sun. Those who want to swim there must keep their clothes to respect the country\'s traditions. Palm trees and an exceptional landscape surround it. Moreover, it is the idyllic starting point for hikes in the caves and surrounding mountains. A little further afield in Israel, Ein Gedi, or the Fountain of the Kid, is a highlight not to be missed. It lies on the shores of the Dead Sea, and this oasis includes about six sources of 3.5 million cubic meters of water. Swimming is allowed in several places, and for the record, there is a kibbutz near Ein Gedi for tourists who want to do a spa treatment. On the South American side, Peru will welcome travelers near the city of Ica to discover the oasis of Huacachina. Around this hidden natural lake are massive dunes that, according to legend, were formed by the tears of a young girl mourning the death of her great love. Nowadays, this place is frequented by tourists, who can even find many restaurants, hotels, and other infrastructures. The bravest will be able to embark on a course of the dunes in a buggy. In Chile, in the Atacama Desert, Pica is a small paradise for flamingos. Moreover, the temperatures being able to rise very high, the inhabitants use this water point for swimming. On the African continent, Morocco is appreciated for its magnificent oasis of Tinghir. It is located east of Ouarzazate and displays a beautiful landscape with its palm grove and remarkable ksour: a fortified village with orange colors. The network of pipes, also called segues, irrigates the place abundantly, which is conducive to developing many fruit trees: apple, pear, apricot, and almond. Further afield in Libya, the Ubari Lakes in the Fezzan region must undoubtedly be visited. About twenty oases are bordered by palm trees, including that of Gaberoun and Oum el-Maa, which make a nice contrast between their blue color and the orange dunes. Moreover, these lakes are shallow and have a high salinity. Also, in Libya, there is Seba to discover. It is located in the southwest of the country, which never ceases to amaze with its magnificent sparkle in the heart of the desert. The green palm trees in this place are a real feast for the eyes. In Tunisia, it is at the foot of the mountains of Jebel el Negueb that lies the mountainous oasis of the Chebika desert. Locals often call it the castle of the sun. Once used as an African outpost, the place attracts many tourists nowadays. ◄
