Constantine
Algeria
- Safety rating
- 6/10
- Best time to visit
- Spring and autumn are ideal, with mild weather; winters can be cold and wet at this inland elevation.
- Population
- 0.9M
Overview
Dramatically perched on a plateau split by the deep Rhumel Gorge, Constantine is the spectacular 'City of Bridges' linked by soaring spans high above the chasm. This ancient Numidian capital blends Roman heritage, Ottoman palaces and a proud scholarly tradition.
Top attractions
Cross the iconic Sidi M'Cid suspension bridge, visit the Palace of Ahmed Bey, the Emir Abdelkader Mosque and the Cirta museum.
Getting around
A cable car and modern tramway link districts across the gorge, while taxis and buses serve the wider city.