Exploring Algeria: From the Fennec Fox to the Vibrant Streets of Algiers

 

 

Algeria Capital: Algiers

Algeria Dialing code: +213

Algeria Airport code: ALG

Algeria Continent: Africa

Algeria Area: 919,595 sq mi  (2,381,741 km2)

Algeria Currency: Algerian Dinar

Algeria Official Language: Arabic, Tamazight

Algeria Population: 4.6 Million (Approx.)

Algeria National Day: July 5

Algeria National Animal: Fennec fox

Algeria National Bird:  Barbary Partridge

Algeria National Fruit: cherry

Algeria National Flower:  iris

Algeria National Tree: Algerian Fir and Oak

Algeria National Sport: Football

Algeria Time zone: UTC +1 ( GMT +1)

Algeria Driving side: Right side of the road

 

 Algeria Flag:

Green represents nature and hope, red represents liberty and blood, White represents love and Kindness, and the crescent and star represent the five pillars of Islam.

Culture of Algeria:

The majority of Algeria has Islamic influences. Their culture is mixed with Arab cultures.  Algeria is both rich in culture and poor in some areas. One religion in Algeria are majority is Islam

The people are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. Mixed with Arab and Berber influences it attracts visitors.  Algeria is full of Sahara desert.

Must visit places in Algeria:

• Basilique Notre Dame d'Afrique
• Casbah of Algiers
• Botanical Garden Hamma
• Constantine

Traditional Festivals in Algeria:

• Ashura
• Eid al-Adha
• Independence Day
• Sahara International Film Festival

 Algeria Must-try Foods:

• Chakchouka
• Chorba
• Couscous
• Tajine Zitoun

Weather in Algeria:

Summer: June - September

Rain: December

Winter: January- March

Economics of Algeria:

 Algeria is more dependent on petroleum. Its GDP is $277 billion (approximately), ranking it 50th in the world. This country has 55% debt.  Algeria's main income source is the Oil and gas Sector.

 Algeria imports agricultural products, such as wheat, corn, sugar, and motor vehicles. Its exports are petroleum, natural gas products, Refined Petroleum, and Ammonia.

 Algeria's export and import partners, Italy, France, the United States, China, Germany, and Brazil are also partners.

Sports in Algeria:

Football is the most popular and national sport in Paraguay. Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Handball, Cycling, and Boxing are popular sports in Algeria.

Transport in Algeria:

How many airports in Algeria:

There are 36 airports including international, private, and domestic. Algiers-Houari-Boumediene International Airport is the biggest airport in Algeria.

 Algeria's main public transport modes include roads, airlines, rail, and waterways. These are low-cost ways to get around.

How many countries travel without visas to Algeria?

There are 26 countries without visas. It grants 36 e-visas and 30 on-arrival visas. A visa is required for 134 countries.

 Algeria's passport ranks 86th in the world.

Defense in Algeria:

 Algeria is the safest country in the world. Algerian People's National Army has limited powers of 4,00,000 (approx...) active duty personnel, and people protecting their country. $9 Billion approx. budget of defense. The rank of defense in the world is 22.

Nuclear-free country.

5 Interesting Facts about Algeria:

1.  Algeria has Seven UNESCO World Heritage sites.
2.  Algerians 99% of people are Muslim.
3.  Algeria is the largest African nation.
4.  Algeria is extremely hospitable
5. Algeria is the world’s fourth-largest gas exporter