Constantine: The Province on a Plateau
Constantine is a small province in Algeria. In this place, the locals greatly honor Constantine the Great and his achievements. Thus, they named this city after him. A little bit of geography, Constantine is exceptionally inimitable for it is positioned on a plateau. It's no wonder why the early settlers and ancient inhabitants had to build bridges to travel across the land. Nevertheless, you only need a cab ride from Batna Airport (BLJ) to reach this very picturesque city full of Constantine hotel accommodations.
Best Time to Visit
If you are planning to visit Constantine, Algeria, then we highly advise you to go there during the months of April, May, June, September, or October. While it isn’t advisable, tourists who do not mind the rain tend to visit Constantine during the months between November to January as they can score very low Constantine hotel rates.
What to Do & Area Attractions
If you are planning a trip to Constantine, we highly recommend that you visit the City Centre Bridge. For pilgrims, the Emir Abdelkader Mosque is quite an interesting destination. Did you know that this is considered as one of the largest mosques in the world? This mosque can accommodate up to 10,000 people.
Some of the more notable hotels around the area are Constantine Marriott Hotel and Novotel Constantine, both are near some of the famous Constantine attractions. Don't forget to visit the Sidi M’Cid, which is a long suspension bridge across the Rhummel Tunnel. There’s also the Monument Aux Monts, which is a French war memorial for World War I veterans.
