Bou Saada is the ideal city to take your mind off things for a weekend. Here are some tips for an exotic getaway to this oasis, a three-hour drive from the capital, Algiers.
The ksar of Bou Saada is a must. The place is still inhabited and some roads are in poor condition, but it's great fun to walk around and talk to the locals. They are also happy to explain how to get to the various centuries-old mosques. Also, being in Ksar, do not hesitate to visit the school where former President Mohamed Boudiaf studied in the 1930s.
Our driver will wear a jacket with the Riwaya Travel logo. He will be very easily recognizable and will speak French and Arabic.
In front of the Grande Poste stairs. Our driver will wear a jacket with the Riwaya Travel logo. He will be very easily recognizable and will speak French and Arabic.
3h drive in the early morning to get to the door of the Bou Saada desert
Visit of the Museum of Nasr Eddine (ex Etienne) Dinet in Bou Saada. Explanation of Orientalism and the character who converted to Islam and who is buried there.
The mill of the same name was built by Antoine Ferrero, an Italian who immigrated to Algeria in 1867, and is located 2 km from Busada. Near Oued Bousaada and the waterfall where young people bathe on hot days. Today, only the ruins of the factory remain, destroyed over time.
Visit of the village of El Allig Dinner dancing under the stars if the weather and musicians are available. Introduction to the Naili dance.
Choice of introduction to fantasia or nomadic life with a tea on the sand dunes/. There are several souvenir and handicraft shops in downtown Busada and near the hotel. You can also visit the Maison de l'Artisana, a collection of paint, clothing and tableware shops. Prices are always negotiable. The space brings together many artisans who produce local handcrafted items and clothing... They also sell items imported from abroad, especially from Tunisia. Return at the end of the afternoon.
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