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Stumble It!Country: Algeria Where is it?: Algeria sits in Northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea between Morocco and Tunisia Why do people go here?: People generally don't visit Algeria as a result of a decade long civil war What are the main entry points?: You can reach Algiers, the capital, from plan via Europe. There is also a ferry from France. It's advised not to enter enter Algeria overland. Currency used: Dinar Country Code for Phones: 213 Area codes for Major Cities: Algiers 02 Other Phone Tips: Religion: Sunni Muslim 99%, Christian 1% Population: 33000000 Ethnic Breakdown: Arab-Berber 99%, Christian 1% Government: Military Government Languages: Arabic (official), French, Berber dialects Major Cities: Algiers, Constantine Attractions: Beni Abbes, El-Golea Accomodation: Tourism Office locations and links: Algeria-National Office of Tourism 25-27 Khelifa Boukhalfa, Algiers, Algeria, 213-2-61-29-86; //www.sas.upenn.edu/African_Studies/Country_Specific/Algeria.html Off-the-Beaten-Path: Ghardaia, Beni Isguen Health Issues: Civil War When to go: It's advised not to visit Algeria until the security situation improves Common Phrases: Greetings: Salam Aleikum, Greetings (response): wa aleikum as-salam, Thank You: Shukran, How much?: kem?, Yes: nam, No: nam Specific Events/Holidays: Independence Day: July 5, Various Islamic Holidays Getting Around: Buses and train service a considerable portion of Algeria --------
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