Certified dark-sky park

Sahara Desert (Merzouga, Morocco)

MA · Pristine sky skies

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About this place

Overview
Erg Chebbi dunes; Bortle 1 desert skies with guided astro-tourism
Horizon
Flat desert terrain, unobstructed 360° views from dune summits
Region
MA
Nearest city
~130 km of light pollution

Designation & sky

Type
Dark-Sky Park
Designation
Wilderness Area
Sky quality
Bortle 1 · Pristine sky

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