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Farafra |
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km northwest of Dakhla. The most
isolated and least populous
of the New Valley oases, Farafra
is an extremely peaceful and relaxing place
to visit. Its mainly Bedouin inhabitants are
well-known for their strong traditions and
religious piety. The largest settlement, Al-Farafra, is
built like
the other oasis
towns around a now
ruined fortress, where
villagers historically sheltered
from attacks. Though the traditional
mud-brick,
painted houses remain, concrete
developments have sprung
up due to government
efforts to attract
outsiders to the area. Al-Farafra's
Town Museum displays sculptures of oasis
life by a well known local artist, Badr. |
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