Ghardaïa Province

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/ghardaa-province

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1. Where is Ghardaïa Province?Northern Algerian desert, 600 km south of Algiers
2. How many people live in Ghardaïa Province?Approximately 370,000 inhabitants
3. How big is Ghardaïa Province?21,224.03 km²
4. What is the capital of Ghardaïa Province?Ghardaïa city
5. What language do people speak in Ghardaïa Province?Arabic (official), Mozabite (Berber dialect)
6. How high is Ghardaïa Province?486 meters above sea level

Ibadism: A moderate, distinct branch of Islam originating in the early Islamic period.
Vernacular Architecture: Architecture based on local needs, construction materials, and traditions.
Trans-Saharan Trade: Historical trade routes connecting North Africa with sub-Saharan Africa across the Sahara Desert.