Laghouat Province, Administrative province in northern Algeria
The province extends across 25,057 square kilometers of varied terrain, from mountains to steppes, with an elevation of 834 meters above sea level.
The region gained provincial status in 1974 when it was established from parts of the Oasis and Tiaret departments, later adjusting its borders in 1984.
Each of the ten districts maintains local traditions through markets, festivals, and craft production, particularly in rug and tapestry manufacturing.
Travelers reach the province via the Trans-Saharan Road or through Moulay Ahmed Medeghri Airport, with connections to major Algerian transportation networks.
The Hassi R'Mel gas field within the province contains one of Africa's largest natural gas deposits, supporting multiple electricity production facilities.
Location: Algeria
Capital city: Laghouat
Elevation above the sea: 834 m
Shares border with: Tiaret Province, Djelfa Province, Ghardaïa Province, El Bayadh Province
GPS coordinates: 33.80000,2.88333
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:43
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