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Biskra is located on the edge of the Sahara Desert in northeastern Algeria and is the capital of Biskra Province. The French writer and 1947 Nobel Prize in Literature laureate André Gide visited the city in 1895, and it served as an important setting for his 1902 novel The Im…

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Biskra

Biskra is located on the edge of the Sahara Desert in northeastern Algeria and is the capital of Biskra Province. The French writer and 1947 Nobel Prize in Literature laureate André Gide visited the city in 1895, and it was an important setting for his 1902 novel The Immoralist.

Founded in 1844 as a French military outpost, Biskra is now the hub for distributing agricultural products from the Biskra Oasis. Nearby areas are rich in dates, fruits, grains, and olives. The city features deep canyons, fertile valleys, sacred mosques, and spectacular sunsets. It is a warm and friendly city where residents are hospitable and always welcome travelers from around the world. For souvenirs, the Aures Carpet is highly recommended for its diverse patterns and vibrant colors.

Biskra

Why go: Capital of Biskra Province, Algeria

Continent: Africa【Africa】

Country/Region: Algeria[Algeria]

Province/State: Biskra Province [Biskra Province]

City: Biskra [Biskra]