Embassy of Algeria in China

Embassy of the Democratic People's Republic of Algeria in Beijing

Ambassador: H.E. Mr. Ahcene Boukhelfa
Address: No. 7, San Li Tun Road, Chaoyang District
Postal Code: 100600
Tel: (+86)10 6532 1231, 6532 373
(+86)10 6532 1220 (for Military Attaché's Office)
Fax: (+86)10 6532 1648

 Weekend in Algeria
In terms of the Moslem custom, the weekend in Algeria usually starts from the afternoon of Wednesday. Practically, the weekend for government agencies is Thursday and Friday as well as for banks and post offices is Friday and Saturday. On Friday, all of the commercial departments are closed except for the retail stores.

 Security
Although the Terrorism in Algeria has been controlled by the government effectively at the end of last century, some terrorist still act in the remote area and commit a few of terrorism events. Therefore, it is also suggested that everyone should guarantee the personal safety at any time and do not go to the obscure areas or go out alone. In order to ensure the whole country's security, the policemen are distributed in every corner of each city, such as highways, hotels, restaurants and entertainment places.

 Major Cities
Oran: This port city has 1,155,000 population and relatively developed economy and culture. The city also mixes the traditional Arab scenes and the feature of the modern cities. 

Constantine: The 2500 years old city preserves a number of historical sites. The delicate carpets made here are also well-known.

Djemila: One of the most splendid Roman historical sites is located here. Monasteries, palaces and charming murals make up a mysterious city. 

Tlemcen: Nearby Morocco, Tlemcen is surrounded by grape gardens, orchards and evergreen trees. The local carpets and silver souvenirs are favored by travelers all the time.

Batna: Timgad is the larges and best preserved ancient Roman historical sites in North Africa that has been listed in the World Heritage List in 1982.

 Please contact China Embassy in Algeria if Algerians will go to China.