Shali Fortress, Siwa Oasis, Sahara Desert, Egypt

December 1969 Issue

Shali Fortress, Siwa Oasis, Sahara Desert, Egypt

On the edge of the “great sand sea” — March’s photo depicts Shali Fortress, built in 1203, in the Siwa Oasis, Sahara Desert, Egypt.

Four readers sent in the correct answer and CONRAD HOUGE of South Colby, Washington, won the drawing.

We thank James Sanzare of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for sending in the picture.