Traveling 10 hours south of Rabat you are taken to a different world than that of a city. For visitors, the experience of Merzouga is unique. There are many things to see that are unavailable in other parts of the country.

Into the heart of the country, 600 kilometers away from Rabat, you are taken to a whole new world. Visitors could easily get lost looking at the texture of the sand. Some people even bring snowboards and will slide down the dunes. 

The yellow sand dunes show just how far the desert expands. The complete absence of life is something that is unique to the desert that cannot be found in the woods or in a city.

The lack of light pollution makes the stars at night much easier to see than being in a city. An astronomer’s delight. 

Traveling through the desert there are nomad villages that pitch up tents and homes. These people will break down their equipment to follow the movement of their cattle. This photo is a look at what a bride traditionally wears for her wedding. 

In Merzouga there is a chance to come across wandering camels as well as camels to ride. This camel is one that is available to ride. The bar on top of the camel’s back is for people to hold on to while riding. 

These cave illustrations date back to carvings from over 5,000 years ago. Some of them take the shape of cows or goats while others look a bit different. 

This is an illustration of a serpent that is in the same area as the other drawings. These creatures usually come out during the summer, so you would be unable to find them in the winter. 

Because of the surrounding mountains, you are able to capture some beautiful sunsets where the light breaks off of the mountain and spills into the sky. 

Gnawa music is a local music that is used in mystical practice to bring people closer to God or to heal any ailments they might have. This music has existed in Morocco since the 12th century when the Gnawa people first arrived in the North African country. 

Palm trees sprouting out of the Earth are rare to find in the desert and are usually an indication that there is a water source in the area. 

Climbing on top of a mountain you are given a good look at the landscape and how vacant it really is. In the distance there is a small town and a wandering group of camels, but for the most part it is just an expanse of nothing.