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Don't miss chorba, makroudh, and rechta, a traditional pasta dish.

Yes, the Olive Festival in autumn celebrates the region's olive harvest with music, dance, and local delicacies.

Absolutely! The Dahra Mountains offer scenic trails, but hiring a local guide is recommended for safety.

Visit Souk El Had, where you can interact with locals and shop for handmade crafts and fresh produce.

Avoid photographing military or government buildings. Always ask for permission before photographing people.

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Rounding up the bill or leaving 10% is customary in restaurants.

Support local artisans, use reusable water bottles, and respect natural sites by not littering.

Olive oil, dates, and handmade pottery are popular souvenirs.

Arabic and French are widely spoken. Learning a few basic phrases in Arabic can be helpful.

Locals are friendly and welcoming, but it's important to respect their customs and traditions.

Varies by nationality. Most require a visa; check with the Algerian embassy.

Arabic and French are main languages; English is not common.

Algerian Dinar (DZD). Cash is preferred; credit cards accepted in some hotels.

Not recommended; stick to bottled water.

Generally safe, but dress modestly and avoid isolated areas at night.

Couscous, tajine, fresh seafood, and olive-based dishes.

Yes, Ténès has sandy beaches popular in summer.

By train or bus from Algiers (about 2-3 hours).

Routine vaccines plus Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended.

Local SIM cards are available; coverage is good in cities.

Limited; some hotels serve alcohol, but it's not widely available.

Olive oil, pottery, and traditional carpets.