Adrar Province

Adrar is a province in Southwestern Algeria that stretches across large desert areas and includes several historical oasis regions. The territory is shaped by different geographical zones, each showing distinct settlement patterns and natural features.

The province was created in 1974 from a reorganization of earlier administrative divisions. A major restructuring took place in 2019 that brought administrative changes to the area.

The region contains traditional oasis settlements spread across three distinct landscapes, each showing local building styles adapted to the desert environment. Visitors see earth-built structures and narrow streets that reflect how communities organize their daily lives.

Travelers can cross the region using the main highway and access the area through a local airport with connections to major cities. The best time to visit is during cooler months, as summer conditions are extreme.

The region experiences one of the world's driest climates with minimal annual rainfall. Despite these extreme conditions, people have long found ways to live and work within the oases.

Location: Algeria

Capital city: Adrar

Elevation above the sea: 276 m

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Shares border with: Beni Abbes Province, Bordj Baji Mokhtar Province, In Salah Province, Tamanrasset Province, Timimoun Province, Tindouf Province

GPS coordinates: 27.88056,-0.29722

Latest update: December 13, 2025 13:30