Bastion de France, Historic trading post ruins in El Kala, Algeria
The stone remnants of Bastion de France stand near the Mediterranean coast, featuring thick walls and foundations of a former commercial center.
French merchant Tomasino Lenche established this trading post in 1561 to secure his family's position in the North African coral fisheries trade.
The site represents the intersection of French and North African commercial exchanges, particularly through the coral trade that connected Marseille with Algeria.
Located at an elevation of 3 meters above sea level, the ruins are accessible through El Kala town in El Taref Province.
The structure maintained French control of coral fishing operations with 250 fishermen operating 50 vessels during its peak commercial period.
Inception: 1561
GPS coordinates: 36.91834,8.34218
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:07
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