
Emir Abdelkader Lyceum, Alger
Emir Abdelkader Lyceum is the new name of the Bugeaud d'Alger. It is also known as the Grand Lyceum, due to its imposing size. The building was constructed between 1862 and 1868 with the goal of replacing the secondary school in Bab Azzoun, which was too crowded. The architects who worked on the project were Claudel and Giauchain. Emir Abdelkader Lyceum is known not just for its architecture but for the famous scientists, writers and teachers who once studied here.
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Emir Abdelkader Lyceum on Map
Sight Name: Emir Abdelkader Lyceum
Sight Location: Alger, Algeria (See walking tours in Alger)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Alger, Algeria (See walking tours in Alger)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Alger, Algeria
Create Your Own Walk in Alger
Creating your own self-guided walk in Alger is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Tour of Alger's Casbah Area
Alger's Casbah, or citadel, once surrounded a majority of the city, protecting it from attack. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Casbah District charms with its narrow streets, bustling markets, winding stairs and historic mosques. Take this tour to visit a fascinating section of Alger and to learn about Algerian history.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Architectural Tour
Alger is a treasure trove of beautifully designed buildings. Structures with vastly different architectural styles sit side by side in harmony with their surroundings. Take this tour and explore Alger's history as reflected in its architecture.
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.1 Km or 3.8 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.1 Km or 3.8 Miles