Merzouga is a small desert village in southeastern Morocco, right on the edge of the vast Erg Chebbi dunes. This is the gateway to the Sahara Desert, where towering golden dunes, endless horizons, and a nomadic way of life create a unique and mesmerizing atmosphere.

I captured Merzouga’s raw beauty during one of my many journeys through Morocco. As a social anthropological photographer, I seek to document places and cultures that might vanish in the coming decades. Merzouga is one of those places—rich in tradition but increasingly influenced by modern life.