Rock painting, Algerian Sahara C014 / 1624
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Rock painting, Algerian Sahara C014 / 1624
Rock painting, Algerian Sahara. The variation in climate in North Africa over the past 12, 000 years has had a profound effect on human occupation and subsistence. During wet periods, life flourished in what is now desert. Thousands of neolithic carvings and rock paintings reflect this change in climate and human habitation. Photographed in Tassili n Ajjer National Park, Algeria
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2012 Africa African Ahaggar Algeria Algerian Anthropological Anthropology Archaeological Archaeology Archeology Desert Exploration Geological Highland Hoggar Mountains Humans National Park North Africa North African Outdoors Outside Paintings Petroglyph Physical Geography Rock Art Rock Painting Sahara Saharan Saharan Highlands South Algeria Southern Algeria Travel Petroglyphs
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This print showcases a mesmerizing rock painting found in the Algerian Sahara, specifically in Tassili n Ajjer National Park. The image captures the essence of North Africa's ever-changing climate and its profound impact on human civilization over the past 12,000 years. The fluctuating weather patterns have played a significant role in shaping human occupation and subsistence in this region. During wet periods, what is now a barren desert was once teeming with life. This transformation is beautifully reflected through thousands of neolithic carvings and rock paintings that adorn these ancient rocks. As we delve into this photograph, we are transported back to a time when lush landscapes thrived amidst what seems like an inhospitable environment today. It serves as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of our ancestors who flourished during these favorable climatic conditions. The artwork depicted here not only highlights the change in climate but also provides valuable insights into human habitation throughout history. These petroglyphs and rock paintings serve as windows into our past, offering glimpses into cultural practices, beliefs, and daily life from centuries ago. This stunning image invites us to appreciate both the natural beauty of Algeria's Saharan highlands and the rich archaeological heritage it holds within its rocky embrace. It reminds us that even within seemingly desolate landscapes lie hidden stories waiting to be discovered by those willing to explore their depths.
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