Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Lamia F
Published on 2024-04-03 16:01:23
Algeria has about fifty islands along its coastline. Not very hospitable for habitation and not exceeding one hectare in size for the majority of them, they are not well known to the general public. However, these islands are of significant scientific interest. They are considered to be a real open-air laboratory for studying evolutionary, biogeographical, and maritime processes. Here are the top 5 most beautiful islands on the Algerian coast to absolutely visit.
Cavallo Islands
These are a group of uninhabited islets located in the municipality of El Aouana, in the province of Jijel. The group is composed of two main islands; Petit Cavallo with an area of 4 hectares and Grand Cavallo (6 hectares), located respectively 5 km northeast and 950 m north of El Aouana.
The vegetation cover of the two islands is quite dense, and the relief is mainly rocky, harboring many plant species. It is notably considered the habitat of the Yellow-legged Gull, a species of bird that thrives on the island.
Two Brothers (islands)
In ancient times, the Romans had named these two islands “Ad Fratres”, which simply means the two brothers. They are two small rocky islets located in the municipality of Ghazaouet, in the province of Tlemcen, at the extreme west of Algeria. They form an insular ensemble very similar to the northern islands.
Habibas Islands
Located 9.8 km off the coast of Oran, in the municipality of Ain El Kerma, facing the very famous Madagh beach, the Habibas Islands are the only archipelago in the country.
The two largest islands are surrounded by many rocks, and the most important is named Touria. This latter, 1,200 m long and 160 to 600 m wide, with a summit culminating at 103 m above sea level, is crowned by a lighthouse.
Pisans Island
The Pisans Island is located northwest of Bejaia, off Boulimat. According to a local legend, Emir Al Nacir died there. The island was a meeting place between merchants from Europe, especially Italy, and the ancient tribe of Mezaia, where important exchanges of goods were made.
Srigina Island
Srigina is an island located at the western entrance of the Skikda bay, in the east of the country. Its name is said to be of Punic origin and means the cape of the cove.
The island houses a lighthouse built in 1890 and put into service in 1906. With its small area, it can only accommodate a very limited number of visitors. Its dock can only accommodate a maximum of two pleasure boats at a time.
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