Tamanrasset, Desert oasis city in Ahaggar Mountains, Algeria
Tamanrasset lies at an altitude of 1,320 meters in southern Algeria, with high temperature variations between day and night across the surrounding desert landscape.
The French military established this outpost to protect trans-Saharan trade routes, later becoming a significant center during Algeria's independence movement in the 1960s.
The city functions as the primary settlement for Tuareg Berber communities, who maintain their traditional practices through music, crafts, and agricultural techniques.
Tamanrasset Airport connects the city to major Algerian destinations, while the Trans-Sahara Highway provides ground transportation through the desert region.
The Museum of Hoggar presents extensive collections about regional heritage, while surrounding areas contain ancient rock art dating back thousands of years.
Location: Tamanrasset District
Elevation above the sea: 1,320 m
Shares border with: Tin Zaouatine
Website: http://tamanrasset.net
GPS coordinates: 22.78500,5.52278
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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