Algeria is one of the most developed countries in Africa, and not only because of its tourism potential. 65% of its population is less than 25 years old and everything indicates that the quality of life of Algerians will increase in the next five years, for which they will have to squeeze the beauty of their territory with the aim of attracting tourists mainly Europeans.
It is in the north of the continent, on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea , and has the privilege of being the largest country in Africa, despite being the ninth most populous. Its most important cities are unknown to the vast majority. Algiers sounds like a lot to us and little else, partly thanks to those geography classes that required us to know the capitals of the world.
Algiers
Unlike what happens with other important cities in Africa, such as Cairo, Marrakesh or Casablanca, Algiers does not enjoy a great popularity at the tourist level. It is difficult to see the name of the capital of Algeria in a travel agency, despite the fact that it is a city that is worth exploring for several days.
It is the largest city in the country and has a population that far exceeds two million inhabitants. It is known as " White Algiers " because of the bright white of the houses that are located a few meters from the Mediterranean Sea, which is why it came to be considered one of the most romantic cities in the Arab world.
Although the part that corresponds to the old city is still preserved, it has been able to be renovated to become a modern capital that in 1992 was considered a World Heritage Site by Unesco.
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Oran
Located in the northwest of Algeria, also on the shores of the Mediterranean, it has a population of around 700,000 inhabitants . They are much less than in Algiers, but it is a considerable number. It has a university, a commercial port and a very popular shopping center. In addition, in the old quarter you can see a citadel and a mosque dating from the seventeenth century.
Two of its main attractions are the Ahmed Zabana National Museum and the Fort of Santa Cruz . From the latter you can contemplate fantastic views of Oran.
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Constantine
It is also very close to the coast, although in this case in the northeast of Algeria. Its population exceeds half a million inhabitants and we could say that it is a city with a lot of life.
We must highlight the Sidi Rached Bridge , which became the highest stone bridge in the world with 107 meters of its highest point, and also the Emir Abdelkader Mosque, which is one of the largest mosques on the planet. On the other hand, it is also recommended to visit the Monument Aux Morts de Constantine, from where there are beautiful views.
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Annaba
Also in the northeast and on the coast, there are about 400,000 people living in Annaba who are neighbors of the Tunisians. It was founded in 1295 a. C., so it is one of the oldest cities in Algeria. In fact, archaeological sites dating back to prehistory have even been found, confirming that Homo erectus lived there since the Upper Paleolithic.
In Annaba there are beaches that are very good , such as Plage Djenen El Bey or Ain Achir Beach, so it is not surprising that it is a very attractive destination for those who live in the north of the African continent.
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Batna
With just over 300,000 inhabitants, Batna also deserves to be on this list of the most important cities in Algeria. It is also in the north of the country and it must be said that it is relatively new, since it was founded by the French in 1844 as a military camp.
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Blida
Having less than 300,000 inhabitants does not prevent it from being one of the essential cities when it comes to drawing a route through the north of the country. It is only 45 kilometers from Algiers and is a modern city with French character surrounded by orchards and gardens .
The Plaza de las Armas is one of the places that you have to visit yes or yes, the same can be said of the Chrea National Park, ideal to disconnect.
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Setif
Its 250,000 inhabitants are also in the north of the country, although in this case about 300 kilometers from the capital. It is known for being the city where the demonstrations began on May 8, 1945, which were the prelude to the Algerian War of Independence .
What to see in SĂ©tif? Its shopping center, its Italian-style fountain called Ain El Fouara and the SĂ©tif Museum.
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Chlef
Just over 200,000 inhabitants in this city in northern Algeria, which is about 200 kilometers from Algiers. It is very close to the coast and owes its name to the river Cheliff .
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