Algeria, Africa's largest country, stretches from the Mediterranean coastline to the Saharan desert interior. The country has some of the finest and most diverse Roman sites, including Timgad and Djémila, both well-preserved and UNESCO-listed. Off-limits for decades, Algeria is becoming many Western travellers' favourite North African destination and a paradise for history buffs.
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