About
Algiers, the capital of Algeria, is a splendid city that many look forward to visiting due to its remarkable cultural environment and diverse tourist destinations, including magnificent gardens, various recreational venues, theaters, and stunning beaches. With a population of approximately 3,915,000 inhabitants, the city of Algiers is the largest city in Algeria in terms of population and a renowned tourist destination, known as one of the most important tourist places in Algeria.
The Martyrs’ Memorial: It is one of the most important tourist areas in Algiers, the capital of Algeria. It was built in 1982 to commemorate the memory of the martyrs of the Algerian Revolution. This memorial overlooks Algiers.
The Great Mosque of Algiers:
This religious, scientific, and tourist landmark extends over an area of 30 hectares, with 400,000 square meters allocated to accommodate 12 interconnected and integrated buildings. This massive structure, located in the municipality of Mohammadia in the heart of Algiers, houses a large prayer hall covering an area of 20,000 square meters, capable of accommodating over 120,000 worshipers. The prayer hall is beautifully adorned with distinctive marble pillars and a large mihrab, made of marble and multi-colored gypsum, with artistic touches that reflect the authentic Algerian ornamentation. The prayer hall and various buildings of the Great Mosque of Algiers are decorated with Arabic calligraphy along a stretch of 6 kilometers. The Great Mosque of Algiers is the largest mosque in Africa and the third largest in the world after the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Medina. It is also a multifunctional complex that combines modernity with simplicity in its architectural style.
It is a natural museum that houses 2,500 species of plants and trees, including various types of palm trees. The atmosphere of the garden is distinct from the city, making it a major destination for tourism in Algiers.
