Hidden Algeria
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The great desert is an arid but varied landscape where cultures, both religious and nomadic, have adaped to the unforgiving climate over thousands of years. We tour the berber castles of Timimoun and the circular Mozabite cities of the Mzab valley. 51:57 Expired
In Oran, resident Zaki Souffi goes shopping in the jedida market. He visits the home of the city’s most eminent émigré, Yves Saint Laurent, and has a local snack of karantika. 51:57 Expired
Local Algerois Djihad Mahamdi tours the Tuareg-inspired Cathedral of Sacre Coeur while fellow guide, Nehad Benz, explores the Ottoman-refined Casbah - which is awash with pretty fountains and sumptuous palaces.