Grande Poste d'Alger
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A white New Moorish landmark completed in 1913, with arches, domes and exquisite colorful tilework. It now houses a postal museum.
The Central Post Office was built between 1910 and 1913 and is a leading example of the “Néo-mauresque” architecture of the French colonial period. Its white façade features horseshoe arches, carved decoration and domes, and the hall has exquisite colored tiles and carved wooden ceilings. The square in front is the busiest gathering place in the city center and was often filled with people during the 2019 nationwide protest movement. After restoration it was converted into a postal museum, and opening hours should be checked on site. Nearby are Didouche Mourad Street and Ben M’hidi Street, so you can walk through the city center’s French-era buildings. Exit at the Grande Poste metro station and you are right there.
Opening hours
Exterior visible all day; museum hours per on-site info
Nearby sights
- Citadel of Algiers (Dar Es Soltane)
- Rue Didouche Mourad & Downtown
- Ketchaoua Mosque
- Martyrs' Square
- Djamaa El Djedid
- Dar Mustapha Pacha
- Djamaa El Kebir
- Casbah of Algiers