Visiting Algeria is an unparalleled cultural, historical and tourist pleasure
27 Aug 2020
Algeria sits on the throne of the African continent, and this country is located close to the European continent, but separated by the Mediterranean Sea, where the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean play with the sands of its golden beaches. Its cities also contain many historical and archaeological gems. It must be noted that the desert - with the various activities it provides - It constitutes more than half of it. Due to the many civilizations that have succeeded and inhabited it throughout the ages, it has a unique civilizational and cultural heritage, and in this article, its most important treasures will be reviewed.
Some people may think that Algeria is a desert country - and this information is somewhat true - but it will dazzle you with its natural scenes represented by green mountains and those covered in bright white, as well as plains with diverse vegetation and dazzling coastlines crowned with luscious green cordons. The reason for this is its great climate diversity. It is also a country full of everything that will appeal to lovers of ancient civilizations and those interested in history and ancient architecture. In this article, you can learn about the reasons why tourists flock to it again and again!
It is one of the most famous landmarks classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the city of Algiers , and visiting it is considered a trip to the Ottoman era with its dazzling details. The Kasbah was built on a high, overlooking mountain to protect the city. It consists of palaces, ancient houses, and mosques with a distinctive architectural style, in addition to restaurants that enable tourists to enjoy delicious traditional food and a unique panoramic view.
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Genius engineering and a proud Roman heritage are the most beautiful things that can be said about the ancient city of Timgad. In an area of 11 hectares, the remains of the city are located, which preserves its wonderful details from ancient times. It contains the second largest Roman archaeological public library, a huge forum, and a theater that can accommodate more than 3,500 spectators, in addition to an arch called the “Arc de Triomphe” that represents a special gateway to the city.
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Cathedral of Our Lady of Africa
This church combines the masterpieces of Byzantine, Arab and Spanish civilizations, through the Byzantine architectural style full of Andalusian and Eastern decorations. It is one of the most famous churches that directly overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. The African Lady is decorated with towers, domes, beautiful arches, and colorful windows, and it also gives its visitors a lot of tranquility thanks to its unparalleled spiritual atmosphere. It is worth noting that it can be seen from various parts of the capital.
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This majestic fort was built by the Spaniards in the early seventeenth century, and it stands tall on the great mountain of Marjajou, which reaches a height of 400 meters above sea level in the city of Oran . This distinguished landmark also tells many stories related to the liberation of the city at the hands of the Ottomans. In addition, it has the elements that make it an ideal place to take wonderful souvenir photos.
MESSO dz /GOOGLE MAPSThe Oran Theater, or as it is known as the “Regional Museum,” has a capacity of 600 people and has a charming Baroque architectural character. This theater hosts various types of cultural, musical, artistic and national events, in addition to various plays.
This is a simple glimpse of what awaits you in the wonderful embrace of Algeria!
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