Introducing Algeria

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   Welcome to Algeria

   Algeria is one of the most popular tourist countries in North Africa, and is the second largest country in Africa. The neighbors of Algeria are Morocco, Mali, Libya, Tunisia, Niger, the Mediterranean Sea and the Western Sahara, Algeria is home to a diverse landscape and a population of approximately thirty-five million. The city of Algiers is the capital of Algeria and even though its economy is reliant on a variety of sectors, agriculture still plays a vital role in the provision of products for the country and for export. Products such as cotton, tobacco, olive oil, cereal, figs, cork, barley, wheat, vegetables and citrus fruits are cultivated in the country. Over recent years the tourism industry has begun to grow and develop, bringing international visitors to Algeria with opportunities to explore its beauty and diversity. Traveling to Algeria can be done by airplane, as it has fifty-two airports and a number of smaller airstrips scattered around the country. There are international airports in the major cities and tourists are able to fly between cities while in Algeria, but bookings are essential as domestic flights are popular and finding last minute seats can be difficult. Taxis and buses are available, and travel by railway is another option.

   With almost four thousand kilometers of railway, most destinations within Algeria can be reached and the Souk Ahras-Ghrdimaou line connects Algeria with Morocco and Tunisia. Ferries and travel by boat are interesting option for tourists, with large ports being located in Jijel, Oran, Annaba, Skikdam Arzew, Algiers, Mostaganem and Bejaia. Travel by road is possible with over seventy-one thousand kilometers of the roads being paved, but the majority of the roads remain unpaved. Major highways, such as the Trans-Sahara Highway and two routes which are a part of the Trans-African Highway, are available and the country is currently working on the construction of a new highway. Algeria has a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Hammadid empire's first capital city, the breathtaking citadel the Casbah of Algiers, the town of Tipasa and the Roman ruins of Timgad and Djemila. Its history, culture and traditions are very important to the people of Algeria, and establishments such as the Bardo Ethnographic and Local Art Museum and National Museum of Fine Arts reflects the heritage of Algeria.

    Structures such as the Masourah Fortress and the Grand Mosque are superb examples of architecture and allow visitors a glimpse into the past. From spectacular attractions, to breathtaking natural wonders, Algeria has something for everyone and is a country that should be explored. We encourage you to make extensive use of the travel guides available on Algeria.com. These will give you fantastic insight into cultural aspects of the country, top attractions, travel options and more. Once you've decided which parts of this fascinating country you wish to visit, book your hotels, flights and car rental using our fantastic comparitive rates service.

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