page_title: Camel train
hierarchical_section_title: Camel train
caption_attribution_description: English: Salt transport by a camel train on Lake Assale (Karum) in Ethiopia Français&#160;: Caravane de sel sur le lac Karoum en Éthiopie This is an image with the theme "Africa on the Move or Transport" from: Ethiopia
context_page_description: A camel train or caravan is a series of camels carrying passengers and goods on a regular or semi-regular service between points. Although they rarely travelled faster than the walking speed of a person, camels' ability to withstand harsh conditions made them ideal for communication and trade in the desert areas of North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula for centuries. Camel trains were also used sparingly elsewhere around the globe. Since the early 20th century they have been largely replaced by motorized vehicles or air traffic.
context_section_description: A camel train or caravan is a series of camels carrying passengers and goods on a regular or semi-regular service between points. Although they rarely travelled faster than the walking speed of a person, camels' ability to withstand harsh conditions made them ideal for communication and trade in the desert areas of North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula for centuries. Camel trains were also used sparingly elsewhere around the globe. Since the early 20th century they have been largely replaced by motorized vehicles or air traffic.
caption: A contemporary camel caravan for salt transportation in Lake Karum in Afar Region, Ethiopia
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