The Ghout oasis system near El Oued in Algeria (IMAGE)
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The Ghout oasis system near El Oued in Algeria: the ground here has been excavated down to the level of the ground water. The date palms are planted at a depth of around one metre and their roots manage to reach the water without the need for additional irrigation.
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GIAHS Algeria – Ghout System
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