Constantine Traveler Essentials
- 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.
Getting around
A cable car and modern tramway link districts across the gorge, while taxis and buses serve the wider city.
Local etiquette
Show respect at mosques by dressing modestly and removing shoes, and ask before photographing locals.
Safety
The city is generally calm for visitors; take care near the gorge edges and use normal caution against pickpockets in crowded areas.