What is the meaning of Tassili-n-Ajjer?

Tassili n’Ajjer is a Tamahaq name meaning “plateau” of the Ajjer people (the Kel Ajjer is group of tribes whose traditional territory was here). Much of the 1,500–2,100 meter high plateau is protected by an 80,000 square kilometer National Park.

How old are Tassili paintings?

about 12,000 years old
The earliest art is thought to be about 12,000 years old, with the majority between 10,000 and 9.000 years old, based on OSL dating of associated sediments. Some 15,000 paintings and engravings have been identified and documented, with depictions of large animals including antelopes, cattle, crocodiles and humans.

How many pieces of rock art have been found at the Tassili sites?

15,000 rock paintings
More than 15,000 rock paintings and engravings, dating back as far as 12,000 years are located in this region and have made Tassili world famous for this reason.

Why is Tassili N Ajjer important?

Tassili n’Ajjer is an exceptional archaeological site, noted for its numerous prehistoric rock art sites that date to the early Neolithic era at the end of the last glacial period during which the Sahara was a habitable savanna rather than the current desert.

How do I get to Tassili and Ajjer?

Get in. The nearest town and starting point of most tours into Tassili n’Ajjer is the oasis city Djanet. Air Algerie operates regular flights between Algiers and Djanet. The connection with flights to Paris, for example, are good, with rather short transfer times.

Who is the running Horned woman?

“Running Horned Woman” Tassili n’Ajjer, Algeria (6000-4000 B.C.E) Pigment on rock.

What does the running Horned woman symbolize?

a piece used to emphasize the importance of survival. a recognition of the relationship between animals and humans (and its significance)

Is the running Horned woman Neolithic?

Running horned woman, Tassili n’Ajjer, Neolithic.