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Northwest Africa

Four countries, plus the disputed area of Western Sahara, make

up this part of Africa. Algeria, Libya, and Tunisia have rich supplies

of oil and natural gas that boost their economies. Morocco relies

on tourism, phosphates used for chemicals and fertilizer, and

agriculture. In the fertile valleys of the Atlas Mountains, farmers

grow grapes, citrus fruit, dates, and olives. The area also attracts

tourists to its colorful

markets, historical sites,

and sandy beaches. The

Sahara Desert dominates

the region, particularly in

Algeria and Libya.

ARAB INFLUENCE

Arab invasions during the

7th and 11th centuries

have influenced the

culture, religion

(Islam), architecture,

and language of

northwest Africa.

Today, Arabic is the

main language, and

more than 95 percent

of the people here

are Muslim.

MOROCCAN MARKET

In a souk, or market, craftworkers

sell handmade products to

tourists. Goods are displayed in

booths along the bustling streets.

Muslims going to worship at the Hassan II

mosque in Casablanca, Morocco

BERBERS

The Berber people were the

original inhabitants of northwest

Africa. Most now live in the

Atlas Mountains or the desert.

Although most Berbers

converted to Islam when the

Arabs arrived, they kept their

own language and way of life.

In 2001, Algeria recognized

Berber (Tamazight) as an

official language.

SUN AND SEA

Many tourists visit Tunisia and Morocco each year to enjoy

the warm climate and sandy beaches. Tourism provides jobs

for the local people and brings much-needed income.

Berber woman

working on

the land in the

Atlas Mountains

Africa

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