Aïn Kermes

Aïn Kermes is an administrative commune in Tiaret Province in northwestern Algeria, set in a mountainous region. The town center sits at roughly 1,077 meters (3,500 feet) elevation surrounded by valleys and hillsides.

The settlement grew around a water spring that was vital for habitation in this dry region. After Algeria's independence in 1962, it became established as an administrative center serving local governance functions.

The name Aïn Kermes derives from Arabic and means "spring of worms," referring to a local water source that shaped settlement patterns. Both Arabic and Tamazight are spoken by residents, reflecting the region's cultural blend.

Visitors should know that the mountainous location means roads in the area can be winding and arrival times longer than expected. The local time zone is UTC+1, and it is wise to check road conditions beforehand.

The cemetery here holds the grave of Frantz Fanon, an influential thinker and revolutionary writer whose work shaped anticolonial movements worldwide. His burial made this place a pilgrimage site for scholars and activists.

Location: Ain Kermes District

Elevation above the sea: 1,077 m

GPS coordinates: 34.90818,1.10807

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:07