The Casbah of Algiers, is a historic citadel and the traditional quarter clustered around it in Algiers, Algeria. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its cultural significance and unique architecture. The Kasbah stands on one of the finest coastal sites on the Mediterranean, overlooking the islands where a Carthaginian trading-post was established in the 4th century BC1.
The Kasbah is a unique kind of medina,that has had a profound influence on town-planning across the western Mediterranean and sub-Saharan Africa.
The Kasbah also played a central role during the Algerian War of Independence, serving as the epicenter of the insurgency planning of the National Liberation Front1. It’s not just a historical site but a living environment where nearly 50,000 people reside, preserving a strong sense of community and a rich cultural heritage2.
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