6 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Algeria - Atlas Obscura

Unusual
Attractions
in Algeria

Tipaza, Algeria

Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania

The original resting place of Queen Cleopatra and Mark Antony's only daughter.

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Tassili n'Ajjer

The abstract sandstone rock formations at this Algerian national park are rich with prehistoric art.

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Tipaza, Algeria

Tipasa Roman Ruins

An extraordinary mix of Phoenician, Roman, early Christian, and Byzantine ruins beautifully set overlooking the Mediterranean.

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Constantine, Algeria

Sidi M'Cid Bridge

This dizzying span over the ancient Algerian city was once the highest suspension bridge in the world.

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Sacred Heart Cathedral of Oran

This former cathedral is now a bustling library packed with students and pigeons.

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El Madania, Algeria

Martyrs' Memorial

This massive monument towers over the city as a constant reminder of the lives lost during Algeria's hard-won war for independence.

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Food & Drink
in Algeria

Desert Truffles

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Desert Truffles

So strong is Kuwaitis’ love for this seasonal delicacy that an entire market gets set up just for its sale.

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Taguella

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Taguella

A desert dwellers’ delight, this bread gets baked in sand.

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Stories
About Algeria

Horace Vernet's <em>The Last Grenadier of Waterloo</em>, contemplating his plight.

The French Conquest of Algeria Was Sick With Nostalgia

The long, dark, painful history of an everyday emotion.

by Matthew Taub

December 21, 2018