Western Sahara

Explore Western Sahara on Emblem World: flag, coat of arms, capital, languages, food, drinks, desserts, music, history, and cultural identity.

Explore Western Sahara on Emblem World: flag, coat of arms, capital, languages, food, drinks, desserts, music, history, and cultural identity. Western Sahara is part of the wider Emblem: Digital Souvenirs website and product ecosystem.

International status

Not a UN member state

Recognized by around 46 UN member states and a member of the African Union. Morocco controls most of the territory and rejects Sahrawi independence.

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Top local food in Western Sahara

Couscous • Mechoui • Taguella

Top local drinks in Western Sahara

Atay mint tea • Camel milk • Lben

Top local desserts in Western Sahara

Chebakia • Dates with almonds • Sellou

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