Skikda, Mediterranean port city in northeastern Algeria
The city stretches along the Gulf of Stora with Mount Skikda to the east and Mount Bou Yala creating natural boundaries.
French Marshal Sylvain-Charles Valée established the city in 1838 as Philippeville, building upon the ancient Roman settlement of Rusicade.
The remains of Algeria's largest Roman theatre from Emperor Hadrian's time stand as evidence of the city's classical heritage.
The port handles substantial maritime traffic, processing petroleum exports from Hassi Messaoud and redistributing imports through Constantine.
The local sardine fishing industry supports multiple canning facilities that process catches from the Mediterranean waters.
Location: Skikda District
Inception: 1838
Elevation above the sea: 24 m
GPS coordinates: 36.86667,6.90000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:03
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Tiddis
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Sidi Rached Viaduct
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Quintus Lollius Urbicus Mausoleum
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Cap Bougaroun Lighthouse
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Île Srigina Lighthouse
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Roman theatre of Rusicade
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Théâtre Régional de Skikda
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Théâtre municipal Triki Mohamed
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Hôtel de ville de Skikda
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Phare d'Îlot des Singes
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