In pictures: Nomadic lifestyle

Tuareg can be recognised by their indigo clothing. We are often referred to as "blue men of the desert".

From about the age of 20, a Tuareg man wears an indigo turban which also covers his face. This shows that he respects the cultural values of the Tuareg. Women and children do not wear the face-veil.

Under our clothes we carry small leather pouches which contain verses from the Koran. These are called giri-giri. They protect us when we are travelling and ward off evil spirits and diseases.