Algeria's Mediterranean coastline features several prominent, scenic promenades, most notably the modern [Promenade des Sablettes in Algiers, the historic Front de Mer in Oran, and the tranquil [Corniche Jijelienne. These palm-lined wal...

The Abdellah Ben Salem Mosque is a mosque in Oran, Algeria. Formerly the Great Synagogue of Oran (French: Grande synagogue d'Oran), it was the largest synagogue in Africa.[1]: 105  Also known as Temple Israélite, it was located on Boule...

Fort of Santa Cruz is a fort in Oran, the second largest port city of Algeria. It is one of Oran's three forts; the other two forts are Fort de la Moune at the western end of the port and Fort Saint-Philippe, a replacement of the old ca...

The Maqam Echahid ( Martyr's Memorial) is a concrete monument commemorating the Algerian War. The monument was opened on July 5, 1982, on the 20th anniversary of Algeria's independence. It is fashioned in the shape of three standin...

The Botanical Garden Hamma is a 32-hectare (79-acre) botanical garden (38 hectares (94 acres) of gardens and 20 hectares (49 acres) of arboretum) located in the Mohamed Belouizdad (formerly Hamma-Anassers) district of Algiers. It was establ...

The Notre Dame d'Afrique (Our Lady of Africa) is a 19th-century Roman Catholic Basilica in Algiers, Algeria.A Brief HistoryBasilique Notre Dame d'AfriqueThe basilica was founded by Charles Lavigerie and was eventually inaugurated in...

The Casbah of Algiers is a historic UNESCO World Heritage site (since 1992) representing a traditional Mediterranean Muslim city, founded in 944 by the Zirids on the Mediterranean coast. It is a dense, hilltop maze of white houses, palaces,...

Jagannath Temple, Luena, Angola Exact Location: Near Luena Railway Station Historical Background: Inspired by the Jagannath Temple in Puri, this temple was built by Odia settlers in Angola. Architectural Highlights: The temple mir...

Kartikeya Temple, Malanje, Angola Exact Location: Outskirts of Malanje Historical Background: Dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the god of war and victory, this temple is a unique addition to Angola's spiritual landscape. Architect...

Saraswati Temple, Cabinda, Angola Exact Location: Central Cabinda Historical Background: Dedicated to the goddess of knowledge and wisdom, Saraswati Temple is frequented by students and academics. Architectural Highlights: The tem...

Hanuman Mandir, Lobito, Angola Exact Location: Lobito Harbor Area Historical Background: The Hanuman Mandir was constructed to honor the monkey god, Hanuman, revered for his devotion and strength. Architectural Highlights: A tower...

Laxmi Narayan Mandir, Namibe, Angola Exact Location: Rua 17 de Setembro, Namibe Historical Background: This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi, symbolizing prosperity and preservation. Architectural Highlights: T...