Martyrs Memorial

The Martyrs Memorial consists of three rising concrete structures that reach 92 meters above the city on the edge of Algiers Bay. Each structure takes the shape of a palm leaf and stands on a shared base that houses a crypt and several underground rooms.

The site opened on July 5, 1982, exactly twenty years after Algeria became independent from France. Construction took several years and was led by Canadian architect Bruce Charles Abud working closely with Algerian specialists.

The three monumental palm leaves symbolize the different branches of Algerian resistance during the period of national independence struggle.

The grounds sit on a hill above the city and offer wide views over the bay. Visitors will find a museum on site displaying documents and objects from the period of the independence struggle.

An eternal flame burns inside the crypt located beneath the three palm leaves. Three bronze soldiers stand guard at the base of the structure representing different eras of resistance.

Location: Algiers

Inception: 1982

Architects: Bachir Yellès

Official opening: July 5, 1982

Height: 92 m

GPS coordinates: 36.74583,3.06972

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:02