Vast, expansive, endless, and mysterious. These are some of the words that come to mind when we think of the desert. Found on every continent in the world, deserts cover 20% of the Earth's land surface. Nearly one-sixth of the world's population lives in them. They are not just composed of sand and palm trees. Rather, deserts come in all shapes and sizes. Some sandless. Some rocky. Others covered in salt. Deserts comprise diverse sets of dry, arid land.
Many have tried to cross them on missions to conquer land, resources, or people. In these quests, many have lost their lives. Curious to know more about these historical desert tales? Click on.