A supportive structure fastened onto the back of a camel to provide comfort and stability for riders or cargo during long desert journeys.
Camel saddles can be compared to car roof racks. Just like roof racks allow you to carry extra luggage securely on top of your car during road trips, camel saddles allowed people or goods to be transported safely across deserts.
Caravanserai: An inn with a central courtyard where travelers could rest and recover from the day's journey along trade routes in Asia, North Africa, and Southeast Europe.
Silk Road Trade Route: An ancient network of trade routes that connected East Asia with Europe via Middle East; camels were often used as means of transport along this route due its harsh desert terrains.
Nomadic Lifestyle: A way of life characterized by moving from one place to another rather than settling permanently in one location; common among certain cultures such as Berbers who relied heavily on camels for transportation.
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