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Wadi Bani Khalid, Oman - The Sharqiyah region is one of Oman's most beautiful areas, and is home to the gorgeous Wadi Bani Khalid.

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Wadi Bani Khalid, Oman - The oasis is made up of cave networks, and a water stream that flows all year round.

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Tinerhir Oasis, Morocco - Located in the valleys of Morocco's Atlas Mountains, Tinerhir Oasis is one of two oases in the area.

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Tinerhir Oasis, Morocco - The oasis supports the town of Tinerhir, providing it with a luscious green space filled with trees.

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Huacachina, Peru - You may be out of breath by the time you get to this desert oasis in Peru.

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Huacachina, Peru - Sand dunes surround this small oasis. There is also a small resort area built up around the Huacachina.

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Timia Oasis, Niger -

Timia is a very small town in Niger, located next to an oasis with sprawling vegetation.

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Timia Oasis, Niger - The oasis is a magical area in the region. There's even a seasonal waterfall.

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Abraham's Oasis, Syria - Abraham's Oasis is a mythical place located between the cities of Hit and Haditha.

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Abraham's Oasis, Syria - The oasis is located a few miles from the banks of the River Euphrates, and is cherished by locals of many faiths.

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Agua Caliente, Arizona - Translating to "hot water," Agua Caliente is a key location in Arizona. It's also a public park, and is located in the Sonoran Desert.

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Agua Caliente, Arizona - According to archaeological research, the waters of Agua Caliente have been inhabited for over 5,000 years.

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Ubari Oasis, Libya - This oasis is found in the Tanga Valley in Libya's Saharan region. The waters at Ubari are apparently as salty as the Dead Sea's.

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Ubari Oasis, Libya - Ubari is an oasis city, and is the capital of the district Wadi al Hayaa.

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Herðubreið, Iceland -

Not all deserts are made up of sand. Take Iceland for example. The country's highlands have a desert called Ódáðahraun.

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Herðubreið, Iceland -

In the middle of Ódáðahraun is Herðubreið, a huge lava oasis with its own camping ground.

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Tafilalet, Morocco - Deep in the Sahara Desert, one might find the Ziz Valley. In said valley lies the beautiful Tafilalet oasis, the largest in Morocco.

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Tafilalet, Morocco - The natural wonder connects the villages of Erfoud, Seffalat, and Arab Sebbah de Ziz, providing them all with a lease on life.

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Gaberoun, Libya - Another Libyan jewel is the Gaberoun oasis, located in the region of Sabha.

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Gaberoun, Libya - Gaberoun, once a Bedouin settlement, is now a hotspot for tourists and campers.

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Crescent Lake, China - The crescent-shaped Crescent Lake is a landmark location on the Old Silk Road.

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Crescent Lake, China - Every year the waters shrink, yet the area is still prime, surrounded by the towering Echoing-Sand Mountains.

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Chebika Oasis, Tunisia - Chebika Oasis is found quite close to the Tunisia-Algeria border.

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Chebika Oasis, Tunisia - One an ancient Roman outpost, the oasis is now known as Qasr el-Shams ("Castle of the Sun").

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Oasis of Maranhão, Brazil -

A gorgeous visual wonder, the Oasis of Maranhão is located in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.

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Oasis of Maranhão, Brazil -

The oasis is made up of strips of rain water, which collect between the sand dunes. It's a seasonal oasis, and can't be seen at certain points during the year.

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Oasis Turpan, China - Norwest China is rife with deserts and dry areas. Oasis Turpan is a literal breath of fresh air, a green space located at one of the lowest points in China.

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Oasis Turpan, China - Oasis Turpan was a key location along the northern Silk Road. These days, it yields fine grapes and other produce.

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Ghardaïa Oasis, Algeria - This oasis supports the town of Ghardaïa, a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Ghardaïa Oasis, Algeria - The oasis provides Ghardaïa with plenty of fresh air, which helps since the town is far from the coast.

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