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OK, I meant the signs for Alcoholics! All bars, liquor stores and restaurants serving alcohol seem to have a common sign outside – the Stella Artois Beer sign. Virtually all of them display this proud symbol. Don’t worry – every place I saw sold a full range and brands of beers, wines and spirits. Many bars have no names in Algeria and have intimidating gates. Don’t worry! It’s just to preserve modesty and not offend any devout person walking by. Just take a coin and rap on the metal gate. If they are open, the gate will open. All bars come with smoke and smoking as standard. Women (tourists) are welcome.
Written Dec 30, 2011
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Oran is gifted with a beautiful sea shore, constructed during the French period and inspired from Nice seafront. It consists of a long boulevard with elegant buildings being renovated (like the whole city that has lacked of maintenance for a long time), full of cafés, restaurants, ice creams spots and offering a splendid view on the sea, the harbour, Santa Cruz and the cliffs ("les Falaises"). It is full of people day and night. It has been renamed "Boulevard de l'ALN" after the independence but it is still called "Front de Mer" by the population.
Written Mar 22, 2011
Address: Boulevard de l'ALN (ex "Bd du Front de Mer")
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definitly a laid back mediterranean atmosphere reigns in this city... all that people seem to do "for a living" is chill-laxing! still, like other peoples of the region, they can get pretty tense and so "straight in your face" that it can hurt... heeey, well they say "the truth hurts"!
Updated Oct 14, 2006
Phone: 213.... huuum 41 .. .. ..
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To get a real sense of the city, you have to get out and walk. Visit shops, visit a boulangerie, try one of the many pizza shops.
Written May 16, 2005
Address: All over the city!
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This old spanish church and fort is prettily set on top of a mountain, watching over the mediterranean sea. It looks fabulous at night too.
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Written Jul 20, 2003
As a major city (second in Algeria), Oran has a large port. It's interesting to watch the boats and hussle and bustle there.
Written Jul 20, 2003
You can see gorgeous buildings and the port and the sea.
Written Jul 20, 2003
More Spanish hints...
Les Espgnoles etaient ici.
Written Jul 20, 2003
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Although some are in need of TLC, the architecture remains interesting and pretty. Oran was once the playground of the Spaniards, that's for sure.
Written Jul 20, 2003
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Best known beaches of this country I could argue. I remember the green of the sea from when I was last there (1977) and am looking forward to seeing it again this year (2003).
Written Jun 21, 2003
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Best known beaches of this country I could argue. I remember the green of the sea from when I was last there (1977) and am looking forward to seeing it again...
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