Algerians are mainly Arab and Amazigh (Berber). Music like Rai is popular. Families enjoy sharing couscous and mint tea together. Respect for elders and community ties are strong cultural values.
The green and white flag features a red crescent and star. Green represents Islam, white stands for peace, and red symbolizes bravery.
The Casbah of Algiers is a historic old city with narrow streets and white buildings. Algeria was once part of the Roman Empire and later became a French colony before gaining independence in 1962.
Algeria is rich in oil and natural gas and exports these worldwide. It is one of Africa’s largest energy producers.
Independence Day on July 5 is a major national celebration. Religious festivals like Eid are widely observed.
Most of Algeria is covered by the Sahara Desert — the largest hot desert in the world! Camel trekking across golden sand dunes is a popular adventure.
Algeria is the largest country in Africa by land area!