Algeria
Algeria is a country in North Africa, Africa. Its capital is Algiers, with a population of approximately 45.4M and a total area of 2,381,741 km². The official languages are Arabic / Tamazight and the currency is the Algerian Dinar (DZD).
📊 Quick Facts about Algeria
Algeria covers an area of 2,381,741 km² with a population density of 19/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $191B ($4,207 per capita) and gained independence in 1962. It has a coastline of 998 km.
Algeria is the largest country in Africa, bigger than all of Western Europe combined. The Sahara Desert covers 90% of its territory, yet most of the population lives within 100km of the Mediterranean coast.
✈️ Travel Information for Algeria
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.
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🏛 Must-See Places in Algeria
A UNESCO hillside labyrinth of Ottoman palaces and narrow alleys above the Mediterranean
A remarkably preserved UNESCO Roman city built by Emperor Trajan in 100 AD
UNESCO plateau with 15,000 ancient rock paintings dating back 12,000 years
UNESCO Berber-Roman ruins spectacularly set in the mountains of northeastern Algeria
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What is the capital of Algeria?
The capital of Algeria is Algiers.
What continent is Algeria in?
Algeria is located in Africa, in the North Africa region.
What currency does Algeria use?
Algeria uses the Algerian Dinar (DZD). The international calling code is +213.
What is the GDP of Algeria?
Algeria has a GDP of $191B, with a GDP per capita of $4,207.
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