Landscape and water in the oases of Egypt's western desert

Author: Burmil S.

Source: Landscape Research, Volume 28, Number 4, October 2003 , pp. 427-440(14)

Publisher: Routledge, part of the Taylor & Francis Group

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Abstract:

While natural processes, mainly wind and water erosion, define desert landscapes, human manipulation and use of water play important roles in defining the landscape within desert oases. The role of water in the oases of the Western Desert of Egypt is described, and it is considered how the scarcity of water affects its use. The challenge to the protection of these archetypal landscapes presented by new forms of development is identified.

Keywords: oasis; water recreation; desert; irrigation; ceremony; landscape protection; Egypt

Document Type: Research article

DOI: 10.1080/0142639032000150158

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