Monday, October 17, 2011

Santa Cruz | Algeria

Sta Cruz Castle, Algiers
Santa Cruz Castle in Algiers, Algeria is a historical site known for its splendid archaeological artifacts and it is located at the Pic d’Aidour, also known as Mount Murdjadjo.

The strategic location of the Santa Cruz Castle in North Africa makes it as one of the most hotly contested country in the world during the colonization era. It also features the Spanish and French culture and Santa Cruz Castle also symbolize the Council of Oleiros.


The castle has been declared as a place of cultural interest. The natural beauty of its setting and landscape makes it an extraordinary spot full of magic and history. The castle also provides a very good platform in viewing Santa Cruz Mountains, and located near the site is an ancient church guarded by Algerian soldiers.

at the Mediterranean Sea
The Santa Cruz Castle in Algiers, Algeria has always been a popular tourist site. A small chapel known as the Chapel of Santa Cruz stands close to the fort and has been refurbished with a tower, which has a huge statue of the Virgin Mary. The statue is said to be a replica of that at Notre Dame de la Gerde in Marseilles, styled as Notre Dame de la Salut de Santa Cruz.


By Rebecca Valerio

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