Ras El Oued

Ras El Oued stands at 1102 meters above sea level, positioned 38 kilometers southeast of Bordj Bou Arréridj in the Algerian high plateaus region.

The settlement traces its origins to Roman times when it flourished under the name Thamallula, with archaeological remains still present in the area.

The name Ras El Oued translates to 'head of the river' in Arabic, reflecting the geographic position of this settlement near water sources.

The commune maintains substantial agricultural production, generating milk, meat, and cereals as primary economic outputs for the Bordj Bou Arréridj Province.

The town's population increased to 44,947 residents according to the 2008 census, making it the second most populated city in its province.

Location: Ras El Oued District

Location: Bordj Bou Arréridj Province

Elevation above the sea: 1,102 m

Shares border with: Bir Kasdali

Address: Ras El Oued, Algeria 34001 Ras El Oued

GPS coordinates: 35.94972,5.03583

Latest update: June 10, 2025 09:25