http://www.algeria.com/blog/ en 2010-02-03T08:13:04+00:00 hourly 6 2010-02-03T08:13:04+00:00 http://www.algeria.com/blog/the-music-of-intik 2010-02-03T08:13:04+00:00 en Editor Features Intik is a well-known Algerian rap group made up of Youssef (Youss for short), Reda, Nabil and Samir. Their music is a blend of rap, reggae and Algerian melodies, with Algeria’s political unrest featured as a major theme in their lyrics. http://www.algeria.com/blog/iles-habibas-marine-nature-reserve 2010-01-08T07:42:48+00:00 en Editor Features Bird watching and nature enthusiasts will certainly be interested in Algeria’s Iles Habibas Marine Nature Reserve. This fascinating natural feature comprises two islands called Charguia and Gharbia. Located some 12 km from the Algerian mainland, near to the Les Andalouses headland, and 11 km northwest of Cap Sigale, this marine nature reserve covers some 40 hectares, encompassing scrub vegetation such as Frankenia corymbosa, Ephedra fragilis and Withania frutescens. It is also been a named an important site due to the rare birds found here. http://www.algeria.com/blog/lovely-le-jardin-dessai 2009-12-15T11:45:13+00:00 en Editor Features Located on the outskirts of the city of Algiers, Le Jardin d'Essai dates back to 1832 when the then ruling French government took the initiative to establish a botanical garden for the preservation and propagation of all the country's indigenous plants, for both their aesthetic and their economic value. This soon expanded to include a wide variety of foreign plants that proved suitable to the climatic conditions of Algeria. http://www.algeria.com/blog/uncover-the-history-of-the-madaure-ruins 2009-11-19T11:13:59+00:00 en Editor Travel Visitors to Algeria often try to find attractions and sights that are steeped in history, as well as a little off the beaten path. In the Souk-Ahras province of the country, near Thagaste, lies an ancient part of Algerian history, which is not only fascinating to explore, but a wondrous sight to behold. It is a monument to the Roman influence in Algeria, and visitors are able to travel back in time to marvel at the earliest design and architectural techniques that ensured the survival of some structures at the Madaure Ruins. http://www.algeria.com/blog/travel-to-biskra 2009-10-26T10:23:13+00:00 en Editor Travel On the borders of the Sahara Desert is a picturesque oasis that breaks the endless horizon of sand with its beautiful buildings and massive date palm plantations. It is estimated that the city of Biskra is home to approximately a hundred and fifty thousand date palm trees that are very important to the economy of city. With a population of over two hundred thousand, Biskra is the capital city of the Biskra Province and is a fascinating destination in Algeria for visitors to explore. http://www.algeria.com/blog/ben-badis-mosque-in-constantine 2009-10-02T11:12:39+00:00 en Editor Travel It is rather fitting that one of the most breathtaking attractions in Constantine, Algeria, is named after one of the most influential and admired members of the Algeria community. Born on 4 December 1889 in Constantine, Abdelhamid Ben Badis became a vital campaigner for religious reform and established the Association of Muslim Algerian Ulema. His studies and travels might have taken him on journeys outside of Algeria, but he always returned, eventually passing away in 1940 in the city of Constantine. http://www.algeria.com/blog/new-town-for-algeria 2009-09-02T09:08:10+00:00 en Editor News When looking at a country, each town and city has its own history, from its establishment through to its continued growth and development. Usually, cities begin as small settlements that grow from there, and it is very rare to hear of a country has decided to build a new town or city. In the case of the new La Ville Nouvelle de Hassi Messaoud town, Algeria has made the decision to begin construction so as to provide housing for approximately eighty thousand residents who work for the oil fields. http://www.algeria.com/blog/chateau-neuf-in-oran 2009-08-07T08:44:55+00:00 en Editor Features Algeria may not be the most common tourist destination on the planet, but it is steadily gaining popularity due to the diversity of architectural attractions that can be found here. From Roman ruins to Turkish turrets, Algerian architecture is filled with contrasts and therein lies its appeal. http://www.algeria.com/blog/pan-african-cultural-festival-starting-soon 2009-07-14T13:12:03+00:00 en Editor Features It has been 40 years since the first Pan-African Cultural Festival of Algiers took place – 40 years too long. Now after years of dormancy, the event has finally made its way back into the limelight. The 2nd Pan-African Cultural Festival is scheduled to take place from 5-20 July in Algiers and already the line-up promises to be mind-blowing. http://www.algeria.com/blog/cap-de-garde 2009-06-18T12:20:51+00:00 en Editor Travel Anyone planning a trip to the Algerian city of Annaba simply has to make sure that they include a visit to Cap de Garde in their travel itinerary. Travelling to this stunning destination from Annaba takes you along picturesque stretches of beach which will likely lure you to spend the entire day here soaking up the sun.