Algeria

Country number:
160
Territory number:
189
"The French colonisation of Algeria lasted a long time: 132 years."
Ahmed Ben Bella

Tales from Algeria

Algeria - in a Nutshell

On arrival in Algeria our passports have all been re-examined and collected , so now we’re all waiting with trepidation to see if we...
On arrival in Algeria our passports have all been re-examined and collected , so now we’re all waiting with trepidation to see if we are to be deported too. After an hour or so we are sent on our way. All is well. Except we are now ten. It’s like an Agatha Christie novel.
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The Algerian Sahara - Algeria 3

It’s a stunning drive through Algeria, northwest to Taghit, through desert that turns all shades of yellow and gilt.
It’s a stunning drive through Algeria, northwest to Taghit, through desert that turns all shades of yellow and gilt.
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Algeria - Coast, Constantine and Ancient Ruins - Algeria 2

Constantine is worth the visit to Algeria all on its own. It has a spectacular setting ...
Constantine is worth the visit to Algeria all on its own. It has a spectacular setting ...
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Algiers - Where Europe Meets Africa - Algeria 1

A prized exhibit in Algiers is the huge fig tree that featured in the Johnny Weissmuller version of Tarzan.
A prized exhibit in Algiers is the huge fig tree that featured in the Johnny Weissmuller version of Tarzan.
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