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🌎  Algeria 🇩🇿

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📍  Church of Notre Dame d'Afrique

✈️  Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)

🚗  26.1 KM

⏱️  48 minutes

The Basilica of Notre Dame d'Afrique, perched on a cliff overlooking the Bay of Algiers, offers breathtaking panoramic views and a serene spiritual experience. It is generally accessible, though reaching the hilltop location may require a taxi or some uphill walking. Visitors can explore independently, but guided tours are available for a deeper historical context. The basilica is typically open year-round, though summer months can be very hot, making early morning or late afternoon visits ideal. Entry is usually free, with donations welcomed, and a typical visit lasts 1-2 hours to fully appreciate the architecture, mosaics, and scenic overlooks. Remember to dress modestly out of respect for the religious site.