Facts about Algiers is most important for those who are planning to spend their time in the capital city of Algeria. Algiers is not only capital city of Algeria, but considered to be the largest city of the country. The population of the Algiers city was around 1,519,570 in 2006 census. Algiers, best known as Alger la Blanche has become attractive for all its white buildings, landmarks, mosques and other sightseeing attractions. Before you head to this city of Algeria, just have a peek at the Facts about Algiers.
The most important Facts about Algiers is its location. This city is located on the western part of Mediterranean Sea. The city name is inferred from the Arabic word meaning the four islands that give up the coastline until it became the part of the mainland in the year1525. Algiers is the only Algerian city with an English name that is distinct from its French name.
Casbah, one of the significant places of Algiers, was established on the wrecks of old Icosium. This is a small city that was established on a hill that can be divided into two parts like the High city and the Low city. Bab El-Wadi is another renowned district that expands from the Casbah till the river. This is one of the Facts about Algiers that it is well known for its places like the three clocks" and "market Triplet".
This is one of the major Facts about Algiers that the city owns various monuments and landmarks. Notre Dame d'Afrique is easily reachable by a cable car, which is considered to be the most exceptional monuments. The El Jedid mosque near the port is also another important sightseeing spot for all. The Place of the Emir Abdelkader was established in memory of the eminent emir Abd El-Kader.
Grand Post Office was built in the manner of néo-Moorish type that is the complete centre town of Algiers. Garden of Test is extended on a perfect surface from 80 hectares. This was established in the year1832 by A. Hardy. You can see some beautiful and exceptional plants in this garden.
Some other important facts about Algiers are that the city has a number of hotels and restaurants. During your Algiers Travel, you can make your stay at any of the hotels like Sheraton Club Des Pins Resort, Sofitel Alger Hotel, Albert Hotel, Hilton Alger, El Aurassi Hotel, Grand Hotel Mercure Alger Aeroport, El-Djazair Hotel, Algiers and Hotel Safir, Algiers. So, while you go for tours to this city, you will never run short of places to stay in.
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