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Biskra Eden of Algerie - Biskra - (572 words) |
 | Biskra is the centre of the Zab group of oases located in the depression between the Aurès Massif and the Tell Atlas Mountains. |
 | Biskra is well-connected with other urban centres in Algeria, with road, rail and a national airport. |
 | National tourism is also of importance to Biskra, due to its nice winter climate and sulphur springs "Hammam Salhine", which are used both for recreation and the treatment of rheumatism and skin diseases. |
| Biskra (254 words) |
 | Biskra is the centre of the Zab group of oases located in the depression between the Aurès Mountains and the Tell Atlas Mountains. |
 | It is the capital of Biskra province with 650,000 inhabitants (2005 estimate) and an area of 20,986 km². |
 | National tourism is also of importance to Biskra, due to its nice winter climate and sulfur springs, which are used both for recreation and the treatment of rheumatism and skin diseases. |