Mosquee Abdelhamid Ben Badis, Alger
Mosquee Abdelhamid Ben Badis, as its name suggests, was built in honor of Abdelhamid Ben Badis, a famous Algerian figure and noted Islamic reformist. The mosque took over Saint Augustin Church after Algeria gained its independence. Ben Badis was built in the classical Moorish style, with a dome and two tall towers on each side of the structure. Beautiful architectural elements and patterns adorn the building.
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Mosquee Abdelhamid Ben Badis on Map
Sight Name: Mosquee Abdelhamid Ben Badis
Sight Location: Alger, Algeria (See walking tours in Alger)
Sight Type: Religious
Sight Location: Alger, Algeria (See walking tours in Alger)
Sight Type: Religious
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.
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: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.1 Km or 2.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.1 Km or 2.5 Miles
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