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Annaba is a city with both modern and ancient sights, located on the northern coast of Algeria. The style and architecture is a mix of African, Mediterranean and Moroccan given the location of the city. It makes for a beautiful and varied place to explore.
Even though the basilica overlooks the ruins of Hippo Regius, it's a modern building that was finished in 1900. There are 3 dome-topped spires and the statue inside of St. Augustine is a reliquary containing arm bones of the saint. They are closed to visitors on Saturdays, and have limited hours on Fridays and Sundays. If you're visiting the ruins, it's worth a quick side-trip to see this beautiful church.
The Old City (the Kasbah)
The older part of Annaba is the most interesting, with narrow cobbled streets and 16th century buildings all around you. This part of the city is found between Rue de l'Avant Port and Rue 24 Fevrier 1956. There are two old mosques in the area worth visiting: Sidi Bou Morouane Mosque and Salah Bey.
Chappui Beach
At the north end of the city, the Chappui Beach area is the place to go for a little nightlife. There are a large number of modern nightclubs, shops, restaurants and more. It's quite a change from the other historical sights, and the beach is ideal for swimming during the day.
Ruins of Hippo Regius
Not far from the Basilica are the remains of the ancient Roman city of Hippo Regius. It’s recommended that you visit the small museum first, to understand the history and purpose of the site and its remains. There are also some very nice mosaic displays. The ruins themselves are quite spread out, and consist of the walls and columns from homes, bathhouses, and roads. You'll have to pay to enter the site, and they are closed for an hour over lunchtime, so plan your visit in the morning or afternoon.
El Kala National Park
To the east of Annaba is the large El Kala National Park, right on the border with Tunisia. All kinds of environments are within the park, including lakes, forests, mountains, open fields and coastal areas too. There is a small zoo within the park, and several designated areas for bird-watching. The animals that live in the park include many endangered species, and there are reportedly nearly 80,000 animals in the area.
Flights to Annaba
Flights to Annaba arrive at the Rabah Bitat Airport (airport code: AAE) just over 5 miles from the city centre. The only international flights to Annaba come from France so you’ll have to travel via a French city after leaving the UK, such as Paris or Marseille. You can fly with British Airways, Air Algerie and Air France, all offering a one stop flight to Annaba via Marseille.Annaba Tourist Attractions
Basilica Saint-AugustineEven though the basilica overlooks the ruins of Hippo Regius, it's a modern building that was finished in 1900. There are 3 dome-topped spires and the statue inside of St. Augustine is a reliquary containing arm bones of the saint. They are closed to visitors on Saturdays, and have limited hours on Fridays and Sundays. If you're visiting the ruins, it's worth a quick side-trip to see this beautiful church.
The Old City (the Kasbah)
The older part of Annaba is the most interesting, with narrow cobbled streets and 16th century buildings all around you. This part of the city is found between Rue de l'Avant Port and Rue 24 Fevrier 1956. There are two old mosques in the area worth visiting: Sidi Bou Morouane Mosque and Salah Bey.
Chappui Beach
At the north end of the city, the Chappui Beach area is the place to go for a little nightlife. There are a large number of modern nightclubs, shops, restaurants and more. It's quite a change from the other historical sights, and the beach is ideal for swimming during the day.
Ruins of Hippo Regius
Not far from the Basilica are the remains of the ancient Roman city of Hippo Regius. It’s recommended that you visit the small museum first, to understand the history and purpose of the site and its remains. There are also some very nice mosaic displays. The ruins themselves are quite spread out, and consist of the walls and columns from homes, bathhouses, and roads. You'll have to pay to enter the site, and they are closed for an hour over lunchtime, so plan your visit in the morning or afternoon.
El Kala National Park
To the east of Annaba is the large El Kala National Park, right on the border with Tunisia. All kinds of environments are within the park, including lakes, forests, mountains, open fields and coastal areas too. There is a small zoo within the park, and several designated areas for bird-watching. The animals that live in the park include many endangered species, and there are reportedly nearly 80,000 animals in the area.