Setif

Setif 

Located 300 km from Algiers, Setif throne at 1100 m altitude on broadband in the Highlands that crosses the west to east Algeria. Cited loaded with a rich and colorful history that stretches from prehistoric times until independence through antiquity, Setif is a modern and renowned commercial center, craft, industrial, academic and cultural development. Unlike Algiers, Constantine, Oran and Bejaia, Setif is a city flat traversed by major shopping avenues. But the city has ancient ruins of exceptional quality. 

Unlike most cities in Algeria, you will not come in Setif for its beaches or its maze of streets downtown. No, just like Arles, Sétif seduced by its historic heritage. 

The walk begins with a stop in the city center fountain Ain El Fouara, known for its pure and permanent source of water, sanctified by a saint. The main wealth of Setif are extramural. Heading for the East, 50 km from Setif to discover the exceptional ruins of Djemila Roman Cuicul, built on a magnificent site. Surrounded by mountains, the city is one of the best preserved in North Africa including its ancient theater. The museum is worth a visit for its beautiful mosaics. A small, friendly hotel and breathable calm adjoins the ruins. Treat yourself and spend the night there. 

Wilderness highland is the menu of the second day. Heading North this time to Guergour Hamam, located Bougaa a few tens of kilometers of Setif. It is a mountainous and forested area. Nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains is the spa complex to come third global radioactive water. 

Back in Setif, spend an evening in a restaurant .... Syrian. Setif of Algeria is the city with the highest Syrian restaurants. Unless you prefer the local cuisine, both mountain and typical Highlands (pasta cereal). Include couscous Setif (Barboucha), the delicious pasta Thrida the chakhchoukha dfor and Chorba Arrassi. 

Before flying out, some shopping is required. Choose: Guergour carpet, Berber jewelry Beni Ourtilene, cabinetry Guenzet or pottery Beni Aziz and Babors. 

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