Larbaâ Nath Irathen

Larbaâ Nath Irathen is a mountain settlement in Tizi Ouzou Province in northern Algeria, situated at elevation across rolling terrain. The town comprises three administrative subdivisions: Ait Aggouacha, Irdjen, and Larbaâ Nath Irathen proper.

The region witnessed significant military conflict during the French colonial period in North Africa. The area served as a focal point for local resistance against colonial expansion.

The name blends an Arabic term for Wednesday, the traditional market day, with a reference to the local tribal lineage. This naming reflects how daily commerce and community identity shaped the place.

The location sits in the Kabylie Mountains and is best reached via regional roads from Tizi Ouzou. It makes sense to allow time for exploring the wider area, as the municipality spreads across several smaller communities.

The settlement produced influential figures who shaped the independence movement and national struggle. These local leaders made significant contributions to the campaign for national freedom.

Location: Larbaâ Nath Irathen District

Elevation above the sea: 710 m

Shares border with: Tizi Rached

GPS coordinates: 36.63667,4.20667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 16:05