Africa
Algeria
The Sahara, Roman ruins and the white Casbah of Algiers. Say salam, and enjoy the hospitality!
Caution: some areas are unsafe
Parts of this country are unsafe or advised against. Check your government's official travel advice before you go and during your trip.
Border areas (Libya, Niger, Mali, Mauritania and parts of the south) are advised against; Sahara trips need an approved agency.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 13:42
- Currency
- DZD
- Calling code
- +213
- Capital
- Algiers
- Languages spoken
- Arabic
Respect & manners
- Take time for greetings: politeness matters.
- Ask before taking photos of people. Never photograph police, military or government buildings.
- Dress modestly outside beaches and resorts: shoulders and knees covered.
- During Ramadan, avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public during the day.
- Use your right hand to eat, give and receive.
The Zzz blog
Coming soon: the mosquito is on it!
