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'''Western Sahara''' is a [[territory]] located in the [[Maghreb]] region of [[North Africa]]. It is bordered by [[Morocco]] to the north, [[Algeria]] to the northeast, [[Mauritania]] to the east and south, and the [[Atlantic Ocean]] to the west. Covering an area of approximately 266,000 square kilometers, Western Sahara is one of the most sparsely populated territories in the world, primarily inhabited by the [[Sahrawi people|Sahrawi]], an ethnic group native to the [[Sahara]] desert.

==History==
The history of Western Sahara can be traced back to the [[Neolithic]] era. The region was later inhabited by [[Berber]] tribes and became a part of the [[Roman Empire]]'s province of [[Mauretania Tingitana]]. In the Middle Ages, the area was occupied by the [[Sanhaja]] tribal confederation.

In the late 19th century, Western Sahara became a [[Spanish colony]], known as [[Spanish Sahara]]. The decolonization process began in the mid-20th century, leading to a long-standing territorial dispute between Morocco and the [[Polisario Front]], a Sahrawi national liberation movement seeking independence.

==Geography==
Western Sahara is largely desert, with a harsh climate and sparse rainfall. It is divided into three main geographic zones: the [[Sahara Desert]], the [[Hamada]], and the coastal strip. The Sahara Desert is the largest zone, characterized by sand dunes and rocky plateaus. The Hamada is a flat, rocky area, while the coastal strip is a narrow plain along the Atlantic coast.

==Politics==
The political status of Western Sahara is complex and unresolved. It is considered a [[non-self-governing territory]] by the [[United Nations]]. The region is claimed and partially controlled by Morocco, which refers to it as its [[Southern Provinces]]. The Polisario Front, backed by Algeria, controls the remainder and has declared a government-in-exile, the [[Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic]] (SADR), recognized by several countries and the [[African Union]].

==Economy==
The economy of Western Sahara is based on [[fishing]], [[agriculture]], and [[phosphate]] mining. The region has one of the world's largest phosphate reserves. However, the ongoing territorial dispute has hindered economic development.

==Culture==
The culture of Western Sahara is predominantly Sahrawi, influenced by Berber, Arab, and African traditions. The [[Sahrawi music|music]], [[Sahrawi cuisine|cuisine]], and [[Sahrawi literature|literature]] reflect the rich cultural heritage of the Sahrawi people.

==See also==
* [[History of Western Sahara]]
* [[Politics of Western Sahara]]
* [[Economy of Western Sahara]]
* [[Culture of Western Sahara]]

[[Category:Western Sahara]]
[[Category:Territories]]
[[Category:North Africa]]
[[Category:Disputed territories in Africa]]

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