City of Oran - Bahia-

City of Oran


The city of Oran is one of the largest cities in the Algerian Republic. This coastal city is about 430 km² from the capital, and it is considered an important commercial and economic center because of its view of the Gulf of Oran in the western Mediterranean. The city is called "Bahia" for its beauty and natural beauty that captures the hearts and attracts tourists. And those from all parts of the country and abroad, especially in the summer and spring, as it is a trap for tourists and traders as well; to contain the ancient city on many industries, especially petrochemicals and iron and steel. According to statistics from Algeria in 2009, the population of Oran is divided between rural and urban, and the population of rural Oran about 852,000 people, while the urban population reached about 1,648,642 people.

History of the city of Oran

The establishment of the city dates back to the movement of merchants and sailors who came from the Maghreb and Andalusia in the tenth century AD to Algeria through the Bay of Oran, overlooking the city with the name, and then occupied the city by the Spaniards before being expelled by the Ottoman armies in 1792, but the French They reoccupied the city again, until the independence of Algeria. And of course, the movement of Andalusian merchants and tourists, as well as the French occupation and Spanish a special pigment to this day on the city, where the architecture in the city of Oran between the two different styles, one is a modern French taste, and the other is due to the old Andalusian and Spanish, And more ancient than other Algerian cities.

Oran tourist city

 One of the most beautiful cities in the world, tourists come from all over the world where Oran is located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, which is one of the cities of Algeria and occupies second place in terms of large area. The city of Oran is a city that combines different cultures and has been built since ancient times , So it combines the history and the present, where the historical landmarks and the old and narrow alleys is one of the most important factors that make tourists come to it, although it was built long ago, but it is full of many hotels and large and luxurious buildings.

Attractions in Oran

  • Castle of Santa Cruz


The castle of Santa Cruz is one of the most important tourist attractions in Oran, which is located on the western side. It is built on top of Marjago Mountain. It also contains the Palais, which is one of the most important tourist places tourists visit when they arrive in Oran. It is used by the tourist as it uses more than a means of transport to recognize the features and secrets of this wonderful place, and although it is located at the foot of the mountain, but also overlooking the port of the most important ports of Algeria.

  • Palace of Culture

The Palace of Culture is one of the most important historical landmarks that distinguish the city of Oran from other cities. The palace is named after him. Once we hear the Palace of Culture, it is the first thing that comes to our mind that it combines many different cultural landmarks around the world. Located in the city of Oran.
 one of The largest library in the world and the largest library in the state of Algeria, it contains many old and modern books. Its shelves contain the oldest books written since the Ottoman era. It is a treasure of the treasures of the world. It is an unforgettable visit for Reading lovers, as it is the history of full civilizations.

  • Abdelkader Aloula Theater

 The city of Oran includes the famous Abdelkader Aloula Theater, where many of the plays are attended by many to attend and enjoy their time, and the role of historical opera, which sings the most famous pieces. The city of Oran is also home to many of the coastal beaches, which enjoy its beautiful beaches, beautiful sand beaches and magnificent sunsets. Oran is a historic city in its buildings and towers, a university of many cultures around the world. And beautiful, as it is an absolutely memorable trip.

Climate of Oran

Oran is characterized by its traditional Mediterranean climate, In the summer, the weather is dry and relaxed by the sea breeze. In the winter it is moderate and its skies are clear and bright. As for precipitation, it is rare during the summer. The city is under high tropical pressure and lasts four months a year.

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