Laghouat
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City in Laghouat Province, Algeria
Laghouat is the capital of the Laghouat Province, Algeria, 400 km (250 mi) south of the Algerian capital Algiers. Located in the Amour Range of the Saharan Atlas, the town is an oasis on the north edge of the Sahara Desert. It is an important administrative and military center and marketplace, and is known for rug and tapestry weaving.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 134,372
- Coordinates
- 33.800, 2.865
- Timezone
- Africa/Algiers
- Elevation
- 769 m
Overview of Laghouat
Laghouat belongs to Algeria and has the feel of a mid-sized city. About 134,372 people are based here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Laghouat is strongest on culture and adventure. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere. You are about 769 metres up.
Things to do in Laghouat
Culture in Laghouat
(3)Under culture, Laghouat is tagged with Monuments, Museums and Statues. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Laghouat.
Adventure in Laghouat
(1)Looking for adventure? Laghouat has Shooting Ranges. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Laghouat.
Best time to visit Laghouat
Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Laghouat is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Africa/Algiers on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Laghouat that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laghouat known for?
- Travellers associate Laghouat with culture and adventure. It sits in Algeria and counts about 134,372 residents.
- What can you do in Laghouat?
- Laghouat is tagged with Monuments, Museums, Statues and Shooting Ranges, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Laghouat?
- Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Laghouat located?
- Laghouat belongs to Algeria, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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