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Algiers |
Algiers located in North Africa is the capital and the largest city of Algeria. It is adorably termed as al-Bahjah meaning "Algiers the White" for its innumerable stunning white marvels.
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The capital was a renowned port city since Roman times and many impressive ruins attract tourists from all over the world. Algiers has a rich French influence due to the French domination in the mid-19th century. There are also beautiful mosques, Turkish houses and palaces that bring out a strong Maghreb flavor. Hence Algiers is a place worth exploring to those visiting Algeria.
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Tourist Attractions:
The Old town of Casbah is a grand tourist attraction with minarets, marble arches, vaults and numerous alleys. The place witnessed the Algerian war of independence. Bardo Ethnographic and Local Art Museum is a beautiful Moorish styled building with huge collection of Algerian artifacts, ornaments, arms, costumes and leather goods. Museum of Antiquities houses ancient mosaics, Islamic art and sculptures. The 100 metre tall Martyr's Monument in a short distance from town center offers wonderful seaside view. Ketchaoua Mosques, Roman Catholic Cathedral of Notre Dame d'Afrique, The Grand Mosque and The church of the Holy Trinity are other interesting places of visit in Algiers.
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Getting Around:
Air Algerie operates flights from Algiers domestic airport to Annaba, Constantine and Oran.
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There are flights from Algiers to the other commercial hubs and oases such as Ghardaia and Ouargla oil towns. Algerian railways run by the Société Nationale des Transports Ferroviaires operate in the northern part of the country between Algiers and Oran. Buses, taxis and cares are popular local transports. Sheraton Club Des Pins Resort, Sofitel Alger, Hilton Algiers and Albert Hotel are some renowned hotels and resorts of Algiers that provide excellent accommodation. Swimming Pool, Fitness Center, Babysitting, Restaurant, Tennis, Beach are the extra amenities that delight tourists.
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