Sidi Bel Abbès Province

Sidi Bel Abbès Province is a region in northwestern Algeria with varied terrain including agricultural plains, gentle hills, and scattered settlements. The administrative area is divided into 15 districts and 52 municipalities, with the city of Sidi Bel Abbès serving as the provincial center.

The province was established in 1974 when it separated from the former Oran department as an independent administrative unit. A significant change occurred in 1984 when part of its territory was separated to create the new Ain Temouchent Province.

The province reflects traditional farming practices rooted in its agricultural communities, with crops like wheat, barley, and grapes shaping daily rural life. These farming traditions remain central to how local people connect with the land and organize their work rhythms throughout the year.

Visitors should be aware that the area is primarily rural and agricultural, with smaller roads in outlying areas being narrow and winding. The best time to explore is during milder months when temperatures are more comfortable for traveling.

Lake Sidi Mohamed Benali in the Ain Tindamine commune serves as a key water source for local farming operations. This body of water is essential for irrigation and supporting agricultural output across the surrounding area.

Location: Algeria

Capital city: Sidi Bel Abbès

Elevation above the sea: 830 m

Reference: 22

Shares border with: Tlemcen Province, Aïn Témouchent Provincee, Oran Province, Mascara Province, Saïda Province, El Bayadh Province, Naama Province

GPS coordinates: 35.20000,-0.63333

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:22