Nubian Desert Collection

Muslims pray in the Nubian desert, south of Dongola, Sudan, Africa

'Types de Bicharins; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Types de Bicharins; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Camel Corps at Wadi Halfeh, Upper Egypt (b / w photo)
1100227 Camel Corps at Wadi Halfeh, Upper Egypt (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Camel Corps at Wadi Halfeh, Upper Egypt)

The Soudan Advance (litho)
1598207 The Soudan Advance (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soudan Advance. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 December 1897)

With the Camel Corps from Sarass to Dongola, a Halt of the Mounted Infantry in the Nubian Desert (engraving)
1045136 With the Camel Corps from Sarass to Dongola, a Halt of the Mounted Infantry in the Nubian Desert (engraving) by Villiers

A Nubian man displays his sword at an oasis in the Nubian Desert north of Old Dongola

A lone Acacia tree struggles to survive among rocks and boulders in the Nubian Desert. The Nubian Desert in Northeast Sudan is an extension of the Sahara Desert

Sudan, Nubian Desert, Berenike Panchrysos, Ruins of castle
Sudan - Nubian Desert - Berenike Panchrysos. Ruins of the Castle

Suda, Sahara Desert, Aerial view of burial mounds in Nubian Desert
Aerial view of burial mounds in the Nubian Desert - Sahara Desert, Sudan

Sudan, Sahara Desert, Aerial view of archaeological site of Berenice Panchrysos in Nubian Desert
Aerial view of the archaeological site of Berenice Panchrysos in the Nubian Desert - Sahara Desert, Sudan

Muslims stop in the Nubian Desert for evening prayers, Sudan, Africa

Nubian desert, Sudan, Africa

Erosion, Nubian Desert, Sudan, Africa

Public transport, Nubian Desert, Sudan, Africa

Dirt road, Nubian Desert, Sudan, Africa

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The Nubian Desert, a vast expanse of arid land stretching across northeastern Africa, holds within its sands a rich tapestry of history and culture. Muslims find solace in the serenity of this desert as they kneel down to pray, seeking spiritual connection amidst the tranquil dunes. In 1847, Abyssinian slaves sought respite from their burdensome lives and found temporary rest at Korti in Nubia. A lithograph captures this poignant moment, immortalizing their struggle for freedom against the backdrop of the unforgiving desert. As depicted in another lithograph titled "The Soudan Advance, " brave souls embarked on an arduous journey through the Nubian Desert. The Camel Corps traversed Wadi Halfeh in Upper Egypt, their black-and-white photo capturing both the harshness and beauty that coexist within these barren lands. Engravings tell tales of mounted infantry halting during their expedition from Sarass to Dongola. Amidst endless stretches of sand lies an oasis where a proud Nubian man displays his sword - a symbol of strength and resilience passed down through generations. Nature's tenacity is evident as a lone Acacia tree fights against all odds to survive amidst rocky terrain. Its presence serves as a reminder that life can flourish even under seemingly impossible circumstances. Ruins stand tall in Berenike Panchrysos - remnants of ancient civilizations that once thrived here. Miners seek shelter amidst these historical treasures, finding refuge amid whispers from bygone eras. Aerial views offer glimpses into burial mounds scattered across the Sahara Desert's vastness within Sudan's borders. These sacred sites hold stories untold; secrets buried deep beneath layers upon layers of sand await discovery by intrepid archaeologists who dare to uncover them. The Nubian Desert beckons with its enigmatic allure.