Moussem of Tan-Tan
UNESCO-recognized nomadic cultural festival
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Where it happens
A UNESCO Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage, this annual gathering brings together more than 30 tribes from southern Morocco and other parts of northwest Africa. The festival celebrates Saharan cultural traditions and promotes peace among tribes.
How it's celebrated
Camel races, traditional games, poetry contests, music performances, craft exhibitions
The culture
Traditional Sahrawi dress and ceremonial clothing
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