Did you know that there is something more in the M‘zab Valley than itself? Apart from the edifices, there are innumerable reasons why they built such an astounding city. And the reasons will be unfolded as you go through this expose.

One is that the country responsible for this archaic wonder is Algeria; known for other UNESCO World Heritage Site such as Djemila and Al Qal’a of Beni Hammad.

Second, these cultural wonders which Algeria is famous for include other works of art and chronological events from sundry voyagers. Plans are uniquely made per individual as it reflects one’s feelings and how you want something to be done. From the various ethnicities who tried to conquer the country, a mixture of diverse structure has been made and lately become one of the world’s legacies.

Third is the architecture of M’zab Valley’s extraordinary design. It is kinfolk-inspired with respect to privacy of egalitarian type of family. Because of the strong ties of families during this era, a specially built city was fabricated. It has five walled cities explicitly known for the names, Ghardaïa, Beni Isguen, Melika, Bounoura and El-Ateuf which is collectively known as the Pentapolis. It has watchtowers that add beauty to each citadel and was created by the Ibadites at around 10th century designed for a much simpler yet non-invasive way of livelihood among family units.

Fourth, the M’zab Valley is a limestone plateau which was deeply preserved for historical purpose. The valley served as the major haven for Sahara desert travelers as it is surrounded by dry riverbeds and palm groves as well.

And fifth, travelers should familiarize themselves to the customs and traditions of Algerians, the way they dress themselves and their customs for a more carefree experience on roaming the country. A guide should be hired and is highly suggested since the area is ruled by Muslims. So there you have it, the decision of visiting one of the legacies the world has to present now lies on your hands.

You will be astonished to know that the largest country on the Mediterranean Sea has amazing sights to offer to civilization. Algeria, the country which is located on the northern part of Africa and the second largest of the African continent, has fossil fuel as the foundation of their economy. However, we will not be talking about the fuels here nor its economy but the ancient ruins that will truly surprise you as we unfold its history and splendor bit by bit.

Al Qal’a of Beni Hammad ruins is the remnant of the first ancient Muslim City in Algeria. It is the vestiges of a former mosque which consists of 13 aisles and eight coves as its main features. The location of the ruins is only a kilometer above sea level. For a person who does not know what the previous attraction looks like, it will just give them an impression of a plain structure in the midst of a vast dusty land.

In 1980, Al Qal’a of Beni Hammad was named to the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Paris, France. The core attraction of this cultural spot is the square brick monument of the city accented at the middle of the ruins. If you would look closely at the structure, you can say that it is centuries old already and is entirely made up of bricks. It is highly acknowledged and cherished because it is the only structure which stood still while others are left as a broken piece of column. The winter season adds up tourists as the beauty of the structure enhances when snowflakes cover the field.

A flight to Algiers is limited and only a number of states offer this kind of travel which is mostly found on southern part of Europe. Visa is required as well as conservative clothing to give respect to Islamic custom and environment. Going to Algeria may cost an amount of money but the experience is truly one of a kind. So go ahead and witness the extremely rare occurrence that is about to happen right now!

Despite frequent use of the term “Casbah” in movies and media, Casbah actually is in reference to a castle or “citadel”, a stronghold of sorts.

What do you need to know about Casbah’s in Algiers? Basically, an urban city can be found on a plain and paved infrastructure, while on grassland if it is located at countryside. In Central Asian countries such as Algeria, cities are usually located on top of the mountains and are placed on different heights. Casbah which means citadel served as the main quarter of defense of Algiers during their battle from French conquerors. The one of a kind spot of this town is what makes it appealing amid others. It is a small town built on top of an irregular hill which is divided in two cities: the High City and Low City.

Travelers may get lost in this labyrinth-kind of place but the view from the sea will guide them to where they should be. Yet, this extraordinary place is still at risk of devastation due to the current issue of overpopulation. Some say it’s impossible to solve the hitch but an optimistic mind wouldn’t be so bad, right? Furthermore, being able to speak and comprehend Arabic and French would be an advantage but English will do as well.