Algeria

Geography & Mobility in Algeria

Algeria's People's Democratic Republic is divided into 58 provinces. It is found in the Maghreb region of North Africa. Morocco, Mali, Mauritania, Libya, Niger, and Tunisia share boundaries. Alger, Sétif, and Oran are the most important provinces. The overall size of the country is 2,381,741 square kilometers. High plateaus and deserts dominate the landscape. It has a primarily arid to semiarid climate. It has a population of 44.7 million people, making it Africa's ninth largest country. Algiers is the country's capital. With a population of nearly 3 million inhabitants, it is also the most populated city in the country. Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) is the largest airport, with an annual passenger volume of about 7 million people. Former President Houari Boumediene is honored with the airport's name. It also houses Air Algérie and Tassili Airlines, the country's national carriers.

Algeria Demographics & More

Islam is the dominant culture in Algeria. Ninety-nine percent of the population is Muslim. Arabic and Berber are the official languages. The legal system combines French civil law and Islamic sharia law. A presidential republic is the government form. Abdelmajid Tebboune is the current president-elect. Regional governors are appointed by each province and report to the Minister of the Interior. Towns have a democratically elected assembly to represent them.

Algeria's Economy

The Algerian Dinar is the official currency (DZD). The country has an open economy, with a gross domestic product of $684 billion. The average household income is $15,765. The services industry and agriculture account for the majority of the GDP. It boasts Africa's second-largest oil reserves and the world's 16th-largest. Petroleum, natural gas, wheat, barley, grapes, and olives are Algeria's most notable exports. The majority of these products are sold to neighboring countries and the European Union.

Visiting Algeria

Tourists can visit the country's many natural and culturally unique sites. Seven UNESCO world heritage sites are located throughout the country. These locations range from remote deserts to Kasbah's bustling streets. Atakor, Oran, Constantine, and Timgad are among the most popular tourist spots. Algiers, as the country's capital, also has excellent museums and exhibitions showcasing the country's history and natural beauty.