Historical and cultural sites in Algiers

Casbah, Algiers, Algeria

Ottoman district from the 17th century with traditional markets in narrow winding streets.

Bologhine, Algiers, Algeria

19th-century Catholic basilica built on a hill with views of the Mediterranean Sea.

Tlemcen Street, Algiers, Algeria

Collection of North African art and artifacts from Stone Age to modern times.

Ben Aknoun, Algiers, Algeria

Zoological garden featuring native and exotic animals, bird house and reptile collection.

Casbah, Algiers, Algeria

This Ottoman religious building features white marble columns, horseshoe arches and geometric patterns on its walls and domes.

Casbah, Algiers, Algeria

The museum exhibits paintings, sculptures and installations from North African and international artists from the 20th and 21st centuries.

El Harrach, Algiers, Algeria

This central square contains a bronze statue of Emir Abdelkader, surrounded by gardens and traditional Moorish architecture.

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The museum displays over 8000 artworks spanning multiple centuries, including European paintings, Islamic manuscripts and Oriental art pieces.

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This 11th-century mosque displays Ottoman and Moorish architectural features with a 28-meter-tall minaret.

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The tomb of the 15th-century Islamic scholar contains traditional calligraphy and ceramic tiles.

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The 16th-century Ottoman building displays regional traditional costumes, jewelry, and crafts.

El Madania, Algiers, Algeria

The 92-meter-tall monument from 1982 consists of three palm leaves and symbolizes the independence war.

Algiers, Algeria

The 58-hectare garden contains over 2500 plant species including palms, bamboo and Mediterranean vegetation.

Algiers, Algeria

The 18th century Ottoman palace displays typical features such as courtyards, marble columns and geometric mosaic tiles.