A popular tourist attraction, this picturesque desert oasis is situated near the Saudi Arabian border and is home to a natural lagoon.
Visit A Natural Oasis
Natural Oasis
From South America to North Africa, oases are small areas of natural fertile land found in deserts and arid landscapes throughout our planet.
Once vital resting stops for nomadic groups and traders making their way across the desert, or in some cases, the source of life for remote outposts, villages, or even cities, today many of these unique natural wonders are popular tourist attractions, renowned for their long, storied history, and breathtaking beauty.
Where To Go For A Natural Oasis
Situated amongst rolling sand dunes in the southwest of the country, on the outskirts of the city of Ica.
Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful deserts on the planet, Brazil’s Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, features 1,550 km² of snow-white sand dunes.
Our Pick
Wadi Bani Khalid, Oman
Rich in history, culture, and remarkable natural beauty, Oman is one of the world’s most fascinating under-the-radar destinations and is home to numerous oases, none so stunning as the postcard-perfect Wadi Bani Khalid. Situated in a valley amongst arid desert landscapes around 120 km from the capital Muscat, the oasis is fed from a small stream that flows all year round and features beautiful turquoise waters fringed by date palms and lush greenery.
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Once an important stop on the vast network of trade routes known as the ‘Silk Road’, the Chinese city of Dunhuang is now best known for its vast network of caves.
Situated at the meeting point of the Sonoran and Arizona deserts, on the fringes of the city of Tuscon,
One of the main filming locations for ‘Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope’ the stunning Chebika Oasis.
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