Tindouf, Saharan desert city in western Algeria
Located at the intersection of three national borders, Tindouf features iron ore deposits and functions as a regional administrative center at 400 meters elevation.
The settlement emerged in 1852 when members of the Tajakant tribe constructed dwellings near an isolated oasis, until the Reguibat tribe destroyed it in 1895.
The Regeibat nomads maintain traditional practices while residing in the area, influencing local customs and social patterns through their desert lifestyle.
The N50 national highway connects the city to Commandant Ferradj Airport and other northern settlements, facilitating transportation across the region.
The iron deposits at Gara Djebilet, located 150 kilometers southeast of Tindouf, represent substantial mineral resources in the Saharan territory.
Location: Tindouf District
Inception: 1852
Elevation above the sea: 400 m
Shares border with: Oum El Assel, Reggane
GPS coordinates: 27.67528,-8.12861
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:21
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