Tiaret Province

Tiaret Province is an administrative region in northwestern Algeria located on elevated terrain that rises to about 1,200 meters, with a landscape of hills and plateaus. The province contains several districts and municipalities spread across both rural farmland and small urban centers.

The province was formed in 1974 when two earlier administrative departments were reorganized into a single region. Later in 1984, part of its territory was separated to create a new province nearby.

The name Tiaret comes from a Berber word meaning lioness, connected to the region's past when these big cats roamed the area. This naming reflects how deeply the local wildlife shaped the identity of the place.

The area sits at higher elevation, so weather conditions can shift with the seasons, especially during winter months. Visitors should prepare for changing conditions and bring appropriate clothing for the terrain.

Near the provincial capital stand ancient jedars, rectangular and square stone monuments topped with pyramid-like shapes perched on hills. These mysterious structures from early times contain archaeological layers that few travelers seek out.

Location: Algeria

Capital city: Tiaret

Elevation above the sea: 1,186 m

Reference: 14

Shares border with: Relizane Province, Tissemsilt Province, Djelfa Province, Laghouat Province, El Bayadh Province, Saïda Province, Mascara Province

Website: http://wilaya-tiaret.dz

GPS coordinates: 35.37500,1.32500

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:02