Landmark
Maqam Echahid
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Maqam Echahid, also known as the Martyrs' Memorial, is a monumental concrete structure standing on a hill overlooking Algiers. Inaugurated in 1982, it consists of three stylized palm leaves that converge at the top, symbolizing the three revolutions (agricultural, industrial, and cultural) or the three regions of Algeria. At the base, an eternal flame burns, and there is a museum dedicated to the war. The monument offers panoramic views of the city and the Bay of Algiers. It is a powerful symbol of national pride and remembrance.
Don't miss
- View the impressive concrete palm-leaf structures from up close.
- Visit the underground museum to learn about the Algerian War of Independence.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Algiers and the Mediterranean Sea from the site.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Maqam Echahid
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inAgadir: Guided city tour with Kasbah and Souk El Had4.5★ · 149 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$10 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexibleDiscover Algiers and Tipaza on a 2 day private tour.5★ · 17 travelers~48 hoursFrom$291 per personSee dates →More attractions in Algiers
