This North African country's history includes the ancient kingdom of Numidia and a period of French colonization. Its diverse landscape ranges from coastal plains to the Sahara Desert. It is known for its traditional music, which blends Berber, Arab, and European influences, and it's home to one of the most important ports in the Mediterranean. It recently hosted the African Games.
- Its capital is Algiers.
- It is the largest country in Africa by land area.
- It is a major exporter of natural gas.
- Its official languages are Arabic and Berber.