Live Data
Capital
Algiers
Population
46.8 million (2024 est.)
Area
2,381,741 km²
Languages
Arabic, Tamazight, French widely used
Currency
Algerian Dinar (DZD)
Timezone
Central European Time (UTC+1)
Regions
Algiers and the Tell Atlas
Algiers and the Tell Atlas anchors one of Algeria's major geographic and cultural zones, connecting local communities, transport corridors, markets, and heritage sites. Use the Pulse map alongside official sources to understand how this region fits into the wider continental picture. Algiers is the national reference point for government, services, and onward travel.
Oran and the Western Coast
Oran and the Western Coast anchors one of Algeria's major geographic and cultural zones, connecting local communities, transport corridors, markets, and heritage sites. Use the Pulse map alongside official sources to understand how this region fits into the wider continental picture.
Constantine and the Eastern Highlands
Constantine and the Eastern Highlands anchors one of Algeria's major geographic and cultural zones, connecting local communities, transport corridors, markets, and heritage sites. Use the Pulse map alongside official sources to understand how this region fits into the wider continental picture.
Sahara and Oasis South
Sahara and Oasis South anchors one of Algeria's major geographic and cultural zones, connecting local communities, transport corridors, markets, and heritage sites. Use the Pulse map alongside official sources to understand how this region fits into the wider continental picture.
🏗️Infrastructure
Algeria's infrastructure is shaped by its geography, main trade corridors, ports, airports, border crossings, and energy systems. The Pulse map can help orient major cities and transport relationships, but official transport and utility sources should be checked for current operations.
🏥Healthcare
Urban healthcare access is strongest in the capital and major regional centers, while rural care can be limited. Visitors should carry comprehensive travel health insurance, confirm routine vaccinations, and consult the WHO country health profiles and WHO Regional Office for Africa resource before departure.
🚌Transportation
International access centers on Algiers and other major gateways, with onward travel by road, air, rail, river, or ferry depending on region. Confirm schedules directly with operators and avoid assuming rural route reliability.