Dromedary camels walk through sand dunes in the Arabian Desert near Margham, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. A new study adds evidence to theories that this region was once a wet, green climate.

Mineral formations in caves reveal recurring periods of humidity in the Arabian Desert over the last 8 million years.

It’s nicknamed La Rouge (‘the red’) for its ochre-red mud-brick buildings — a colour some locals believe represents blood, and by extension their sense of belonging in the desert.

Surrounding the Liwa Oasis ... dune buggy ride (often known as "dune-bashing"), a safari-style jeep ride or a birds-eye balloon tour, you'll find plenty of ways to explore the Arabian desert.

But what do we really know about the desert ecosystem in this part of the United Arab Emirates? I’m here in one of the world’s largest hot deserts - the Arabian ... the sand dunes is a hidden ...