Mausoleum of Sidi Abderrahmane
ضريح سيدي عبد الرحمن الثعالبي
The mausoleum and mosque of Algiers' patron saint, with green-tiled domes and a white minaret nestled on the north slope of the Casbah. It is the city's most revered place of pilgrimage.
Sidi Abderrahmane Tha'alibi (1384–1471) was a renowned Sufi scholar and is regarded as the patron saint of Algiers. The mausoleum complex was rebuilt in 1696 and includes a mosque, the saint's tomb, a minaret, and a cemetery. Inside, you'll find colorful tiles, chandeliers, and silk hangings. The cemetery also holds the graves of several Ottoman-era governors and notable figures. It sits on the north side of the Casbah, near the Admiralty, and is often visited together with the Dar Aziza palace and the Casbah. As a place of worship, non-Muslims need permission to enter the tomb itself. Dress modestly and keep your voice low.
Opening hours
Daytime (check on site)
Nearby sights
- Casbah of Algiers
- Dar Mustapha Pacha
- Ketchaoua Mosque
- Citadel of Algiers (Dar Es Soltane)
- Palais des Raïs (Bastion 23)
- Martyrs' Square
- Djamaa El Djedid
- Djamaa El Kebir