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Posted 17 Oct 2024

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Algeria (Capital: Algiers)

A clear map of Algeria displaying its borders and neighbouring countries.

President of India recently paid a visit to Algeria. 

Political Features 

  • Country of North Africa located in Maghreb region.
    • Maghreb region comprises essentially the Atlas Mountains and the coastal plain of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya.
  • Bounded by Tunisia and Libya (east); Niger, Mali, and Mauritania (south); Morocco and Western Sahara (west); and Mediterranean Sea (north).

Geographical Features

  • Key Rivers: Chelif River and Djedi River
  • Highest Point: Mount Tahat
  • Climate: Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and mild, rainy winters.
  • Tags :
  • Algeria
  • Algiers
  • Maghreb region
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