Algeria
Geographic & General info
- Capital: Algiers
- Population: approx. 45 million
- Languages: Arabic, Tamazight (Berber), French
- Area: 2,381,741 km²
- Time Zone: UTC+1 (CET)
- Currency: Algerian Dinar (DZD)
- Flag Colors: Green, white, red
- National Holiday: November 1
- National Anthem: Kassaman
- Neighboring Countries: Tunisia, Libya, Niger, Mali, Mauritania, Western Sahara, Morocco
Top 15 Largest Cities
- Algiers
- Oran
- Constantine
- Annaba
- Blida
- Batna
- Djelfa
- Sétif
- Sidi Bel Abbès
- Biskra
- Tébessa
- El Oued
- Skikda
- Tiaret
- Béjaïa
Top 15 Highlights
- Tassili n'Ajjer
- M'Zab Valley (Ghardaïa)
- Roman Ruins of Timgad
- Djémila
- Casbah of Algiers
- Tipasa
- Hoggar Mountains & Assekrem
- Notre-Dame d'Afrique (Algiers)
- El Kantara Gorges
- Beni Hammad Fort
- Fort Santa Cruz (Oran)
- Bridges of Constantine (Sidi M'Cid Bridge)
- Chréa National Park
- Taghit Oasis
- Jardin d'Essai du Hamma
Climate and Nature
Algeria features a diverse climate: a Mediterranean climate along the northern coast with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers, and an extremely arid desert climate in the Sahara, which covers over 80% of the land. Nature ranges from fertile coastal valleys and the Atlas Mountains to vast sand dunes and rock formations in the south.
Culture and Gastronomy
Algerian culture is a rich blend of Berber, Arabic, African, and French influences. Gastronomically, couscous is the staple dish, often served with vegetables and lamb or chicken. Other famous dishes include Tajine, Chakhchoukha, and Harira soup, alongside sweet pastries like Baklava and Makroudh, served with traditional mint tea.
Economy
Algeria's economy is heavily dominated by the energy sector. The country is one of the top producers and exporters of natural gas and crude oil in Africa. Additionally, the government is investing in diversifying into agriculture, infrastructure, mining, and tourism to reduce reliance on hydrocarbons.
Did you know?
- Algeria is the largest country in Africa and the Arab world by land area.
- The Algerian Sahara houses Tassili n'Ajjer, famous for thousands of ancient prehistoric cave paintings.
- Constantine is known as the "City of Bridges" due to its stunning bridges spanning the deep Rhumel Gorge.
- The country boasts seven UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the historic Casbah of Algiers.
- Skiing is possible during winter in the Atlas Mountains at resorts like Chréa and Tikjda.
Live footage: Discover Algeria via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Algeria and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Algeria: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Algeria: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Algeria in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
