Algeria, 10 places to visit

Algiers (El-Djazair)

The capital city, known for its mix of Ottoman and French colonial architecture, including the Kasbah of Algiers, the Notre-Dame d’Afrique Basilica, and the picturesque waterfront.

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Tassili n’Ajjer

A UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Sahara Desert, famous for its ancient rock art, stunning landscapes, and unique sandstone formations.

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Timgad

Known as the “Pompeii of Africa,” Timgad is an ancient Roman city with remarkably preserved ruins, including the impressive Arch of Trajan.

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Constantine

Known as the “City of Bridges,” Constantine is perched dramatically on cliffs and offers stunning views, as well as historical sites like the Cirta Museum and the Palace of Ahmed Bey.

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The Gantaret El Hibal bridge, once the highest bridge in the world when it was built in 1912

Oran

A vibrant coastal city with a rich musical history (home of rai music), offering landmarks like the Santa Cruz Fort and the Great Mosque of Oran.

Ghardaia

A UNESCO-listed city in the M’zab Valley, Ghardaia is known for its unique Saharan architecture, traditional markets, and rich cultural heritage.

Djemila

Another UNESCO World Heritage Site, Djemila is a well-preserved Roman town featuring temples, forums, and a theater, showcasing the grandeur of Roman Africa.

Tipaza

Located along the Mediterranean coast, Tipaza is home to ancient Phoenician, Roman, and Byzantine ruins set against the backdrop of the sea.

Béjaïa

A coastal city in the Kabylie region, Béjaïa offers beautiful beaches, the Yemma Gouraya mountain, and historical sites like the Fort of Gouraya.

The Sahara Desert

Algeria’s vast Sahara Desert is a place of breathtaking beauty, with oases like Timimoun, sand dunes, and the mysterious Hoggar Mountains.