Trans-Sahara route

Definition

The Trans-Sahara route refers to the network of trade routes across the Sahara Desert that facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and culture between North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Related terms

Saharan Trade Network: A term used to describe the complex web of trade routes that spanned across North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, including the Trans-Sahara route.

Caravans: Groups of traders who journeyed together in large groups for safety while crossing through harsh desert terrain.

Camels: Known as 'ships of the desert,' camels were essential for transportation along the Trans-Sahara route due to their ability to travel long distances without water.