Béchar Province, Administrative province in southwestern Algeria
The territory stretches across 161,400 square kilometers of arid plains and desert landscapes, making it the second least populated province in Algeria.
Following Algeria's independence, the region experienced territorial conflicts with Morocco in 1963, known as the Sand War, leading to border modifications.
The province maintains Berber linguistic traditions in several oases, including Ouakda and Lahmar, while other areas communicate in Arabic and Korandje.
Transportation networks connect the province through major roads and regional airports, facilitating travel between Béchar city and other parts of Algeria.
The Saoura valley contains multiple oases where inhabitants cultivate date palms and grains despite the surrounding dry desert environment.
Location: Algeria
Capital city: Béchar
Elevation above the sea: 627 m
Shares border with: Naama Province, Beni Abbes Province, El Bayadh Province, Timimoun Province, Oriental, Drâa-Tafilalet
GPS coordinates: 31.61667,-2.21667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:31
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