Mostaganem Province

Mostaganem Province extends over 2,269 square kilometers along the Mediterranean coast, encompassing diverse landscapes from coastal zones to the Dahra mountain range.

The province territory served as a strategic location during Ottoman rule, with its capital city established as a Mediterranean trading post in the 11th century.

The province maintains strong musical traditions, particularly through Andalusian classical performances, Chaabi gatherings, and Bedouin compositions in local venues.

The region contains 32 municipalities distributed across 10 districts, connected through a network of roads leading to the capital city of Mostaganem.

The Mostaganem Plateau receives 350 millimeters of annual rainfall, supporting agricultural activities including citrus cultivation and market gardening across eleven municipalities.

Location: Algeria

Capital city: Mostaganem

Elevation above the sea: 196 m

Shares border with: Chlef Province, Relizane Province, Mascara Province, Oran Province

GPS coordinates: 35.93330,0.08333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:06