The North
Algiers
The capital has been a port since Roman times and many impressive ruins can still be seen, such as those at Djemila, Timgad and especially Tipaza, which are all in good condition because of the dry desert climate. Algiers was commercialized by the French in the mid-19th century and much of the fabric of the city dates from this time. However, it still has a Maghreb feel to it, with many zig-zag allyways, mosques, and the beautiful Turkish houses and palaces much admired by Le Corbusier. The Bardo Ethnographic and Local Art Museum of Fine Arts are amongest the finest museums in North Africa.
Excurions
Within easy reach of Algiers along the coast lie some fine resorts. Zeralda in a beach resort with a holiday village and replica nomad village. Tipaza has exceptional Roman Punic and Christian ruins, and Numidian mausoleum. The Chiffa Gorges ad Kabylia in the the mountains provide more rural scenery. Fig and olive groves in summer become ski resorts in winter. To the east of Algiers, the Turqouise Coast offers rocky coves and long beaches within easy reach of the city, equipped with sports, cuirse and water-sports facilities. The Sidi Fredj peninsula has a marina, an open-air theatre and complete amenities, including sporting facialities.
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