Embark on a captivating journey through Oran, Algeria's second-largest city, renowned as “The Joyful.” This tour promises a deep dive into the city's diverse culture, blending Spanish Ottoman, and French influences. As we navigate through historic streets, we'll uncover the city's past, exploring monuments, architecture, and local life. Highlights include a visit to the Spanish fort in theoldtown, a stroll through the old town's streets, and an exploration of the European side of town.
- Meeting in square 1 November
- Bey's Palace :
• Explore Bey's Palace, situated on top of Spanish fortifications, built in 1792, and trace the footsteps of the Ottomans.
- Old Town Exploration :
• Stroll through the old town, visiting the Ottoman Pacha's Mosque, Letang Garden, and the main squares of the French and Spanish sides.
- Main Square and Monuments :
• Continue to the main square (place 1 Novombre), exploring its three monuments - the Town Hall, Winged Victory Statues, and the impressive Baroque-style Theatre.
- Ex-Synagogue and Cathedral :
• witness the Ex-Synagogue from outside a land mark that tells the history of the Jewish people of Oran, and continue to the Cathedral, now a library, with its Romano-Byzantine style, mosaics, and colourful windows.
- Maghreb Square and Disco Maghreb :
• Arrive at Maghreb Square, featuring the eclectic Grand Post and an overlook of La Bastille Market.
• Explore Disco Maghreb, a music edition house where local Rai songs were produced.
- Boulevard de la Soumam :
• Conclude the day with a stroll along Boulevard de la Soumam, admiring French architecture, notably the Haussmannian style.
- Seafront Walk :
• Finish with a relaxing walk on the seafront, enjoying the refreshing breeze of the Mediterranean Sea.