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The vast Sahara desert dominates the northern part of the country, creating extreme temperatures and arid conditions. This makes a significant portion of Chad largely uninhabitable and sparsely populated, defining much of its landscape.
This immense desert landscape defines much of Algeria's interior, featuring vast sand dunes, rocky plateaus, and ancient mountain ranges. Despite its arid nature, the Algerian Sahara supports unique biodiversity and has been home to human civilizations for millennia.
After South Sudan's secession from Sudan in 2011, Algeria officially became the largest nation on the African continent. Its vast territory encompasses a significant portion of the Sahara Desert, making it a country of immense geographical diversity and varied landscapes.