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This young woman's beauty is as striking as the Desert she lives in. |
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On our trek through the Mountains we encountered several caravans headed
to distant places. They passed quietly on their way to Bilima, 1080 kilometers
to the Northeast. |
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This proud village chief was our host for an evening. He provided a meal
of fresh goats milk, grain, and cheese. Our evening was spent around a
fire sipping strong tea and sharing stories. I remember him as a gentle
man, who warmly welcomed us into his family. |
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The Tuareg were once primarily nomads who traded goods across the Sahara.
Due to severe droughts, farming has become a way of life. The Tuareg draw
water from shallow aquifiers and irrigate vegtables such as tomatoes, lettuce,
carrots and onions. By using a pully system and their camels, they are able
to draw large amounts of water effortlessly. |
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A proud young man of the Tuareg tribe, giving a warm glance thru his turban.
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Amoman and I rest around the fire after a long day of travel. He never
seemed to grow tired and always had a kind word for others. |
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At midmorning, we stopped at this well to water our camels. The women and
children were tending to their livestock and it was obvious that hard work
was no stranger to them. |
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Dogon architecture is soft and mysterious. Rounded pillars and mud caked
walls are found from Mali to the Sudan. |
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These two young girls take a rest from helping their mother at the well.
Work is shared by all members of the family, young and old. The Tuareg of
Niger seemed in harmony with their enviornment and never in a hurry. |
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After stopping for water and directions on the motorcycle, I noticed this
shy young girl and her older brother, hiding from the noon sun. |
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