Tebessa | Algeria

Arch of Carcalla

Tebessa in Algeria is located 20 km from the boarder with Tunisia and has 161, 440 people. The place is also known for carpets — it is famous for producing the finest, traditional Algerian carpets which have a good market all over the world. Aside from carpets, the city has something more to offer.

Tourism is one of the main sources of revenue in the Tebessa.  The place is rich with historic value because it is the first town where Numidians settled. At the city, tourists can find numerous attractive sites such as the remains of Saint Crispinus Basilica and the Gate of Caracalla.

Saint Crispinus Basilica

The city began as a town in the 7th century. By the year 146, it was absorbed into the Roman Empire and was called Theveste. 

In the 1st century, the Legio III Augusta stayed in the site prior to the transfer to Lambaesis and become a colony under Trajan. It is linked to other areas to the country by rail and road.

The climate of Tebessa is mainly mild. Like other parts of Algeria, it also experiences Mediterranean type of climate. The summer months are mild and humid while winter months are cool. The ideal time for visiting the city is during the winter season when the weather is pleasant with little rain.

By Amara Borja