Jan 17, 2016
The Danakil Desert lies in the Afar Triangle. It extends into the north-
east of Ethiopia, the south of Eritrea and north-west of Djibouti. It is the
homeland of the Afar people who are known for their ability to withstand the extremes and survive as they
have done for hundreds of years. It is known for its extreme heat and in
hospitability. The deepest point in the desert lies up to 100 m below sea
level in the Danakil Depression. The Danakil Desert's main industry is salt mining that is still cut by hand and
loaded onto camels for transport and it is not uncommon to see caravans of
camels making the slow journey through the desert. It is also home to wildlife, including African Wild Asses.
Photos: Stephan Gladieu
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