5 stories
Bordj Badji Mokhtar Border
Tafat guides caravans at Algeria's southernmost point. When border scholar Yusuf arrives studying frontier cultures, she shows him that some boundaries don't exist. 'El hedoud f'el kharita bass' (الحدود في الخريطة بس) - Borders are only on maps.
Hoggar Heights
Tamilla guides climbers up the Hoggar Mountains. When mountaineer Klaus arrives conquering Algerian peaks, she shows him that some summits reach you. 'El jabal y'ayyet' (الجبل يعيّط) - The mountain calls.
In Salah Stars
Taklit navigates by the stars in In Salah. When aerospace engineer Dmitri arrives studying Saharan dark skies, she shows him coordinates that satellites can't see. 'El sema' dalil' (السماء دليل) - Sky is guide.
Tamanrasset Twilight
Tinhinan leads Tuareg cultural tours in Tamanrasset. When photographer Bilal arrives capturing desert life, she shows him the Hoggar's secrets—and surrenders her own under alien stars. 'El sahra tqoul el haqiqa' (الصحراء تقول الحقيقة) - The desert speaks truth.
Tamenrasset Tuareg
Lalla makes Tuareg silver jewelry in Tamenrasset. When art dealer Franz arrives seeking authentic pieces, she shows him that true silver carries more than hallmarks. 'El fadda t'aref sahabha' (الفضّة تعرف صاحبها) - Silver knows its owner.