Dakhla (Arabic: الداخلة, lit. 'The Peninsula', Hassaniyya: [ˌəd.daːχlə] ⓘ) is a city in the disputed territory of Western Sahara, [2] currently occupied by Morocco. [3] [4] It is the capital of the claimed Moroccan administrative region Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab.

Sep 6, 2022 · Dakhla is a medium-sized city of just over 100,000 people located 400 kilometers north of the Mauritanian border. The city is built on a peninsula that runs down from the mainland creating a lagoon area that is popular for kite surfing and wildlife.

Jul 9, 2024 · Dakhla, located on a narrow peninsula in the Western Sahara region, is a unique and increasingly popular travel destination. Its lagoon is especially famous among water sports enthusiasts, who come over to practice mostly kitesurfing and windsurfing.

Oct 15, 2024 · Strolling through the centre of the city of Dakhla in southern Morocco — or the disputed territory of the Western Sahara, depending on where you stand on the matter — I was pleasantly surprised...

Nov 4, 2021 · Dakhla (Arabic: الدخلة) is the capital city of the Western Sahara territory controlled by Morocco. It is situated in a large oasis in the Sahara Desert (the southern part of Morocco), and has been home to successive civilisations: the Phoenicians (known as the Lixus), the Romans, the Vandals and the Byzantine Empire.

Discover the must-see places in and around Dakhla, a stunning coastal city in Western Sahara. Explore Dakhla Bay, Dragon Island, White Dune, Dakhla Peninsula, El Argoub, Kite Beach, and Oyster Farms. Whether you are a nature lover, history enthusiast, or adventure seeker, Dakhla has something for everyone.

Oct 24, 2024 · Are you planning on visiting Western Sahara? This guide tells you what it was like to travel to Dakhla and Western Sahara - click to read more!

Jan 20, 2025 · Dakhla in Western Sahara is a unique destination for backpackers due to its off-the-beaten-path location and unspoiled natural beauty. The city offers stunning desert landscapes, pristine beaches, and world-class water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.

Dakhla (Berber: ⴷⴰⵅⵍⴰ) is a city in the south of Morocco. It lies about 550 kilometres (340 mi) south of El Aaiún. When South Morocco was under Spanish rule the name of the city was Villa Cisneros. The city was founded in the 16th century. Today, its main economic activities are fishing and tourism. In 2004, 55,618 people lived there. [1] .

May 14, 2022 · Dakhla is a medium-sized city 400 kilometers north of the Mauritanian border with a population of little more than 100,000 people. The city is built on a peninsula that extends down from the mainland, creating a lagoon area famous for kite surfing and wildlife watching.