My stay in Algiers has been limited in a sense that I did not manage to go visit a bit in the city centre...My very knowledge to the city is more like a national airport, an equipped Hilton Hotel and an exhibition centre with numerous halls or they called them Pavilions. Basically the centre is constructed and expanded for their Foire d'Algérie which is held annually in June, the most important trade event in Africa. A daily number of around 50,000 visitors would take part in the event, and exhibitors originate from nearly 40 countries. The impression to the city is pleasant for me. People I met here are friendly and frank. The state has undergone a reform with a more liberal approach to its economy and market. Privisation of state enterprises is in process and construction work for buildings and roadworks is in its action plan. Automotive industry seems to be promising here, and a strong buying force supports the rapid growth of car sales. Congestion is a problem in the city centre but when a family in Algiers can have as many as 3 to 4 cars, this is indeed not difficult to explain the situation. Many cars from China are imported into Algeria, and apparently there is a big market for the Chinese producers and spare parts suppliers. Cuisine in Algeria is typical to me as compared to other Maghreb food and ingredients. I tried the carvelle d'agneau and it tasted very good. Haha. People drink coffee, soft drink, fruit juices and menthe tea. Alcohol is limited to tourist spots due to religious rituels. Being a tourist, I was introduced an aperitif named Bodji, a kir-like drink which is sweet. By the way, people like sweet and that's why I found in general dishes and drinks with sweet suace. Sunshine is a great asset of Algiers and in this period of March, the weather is jut fantastic. Mild temperature and sunshine on sales. The sound of the wave from the sea just smashes all the mood to work away, not to mention the dancing palm trees. A very exotic impression is typical to a kind of come-and-go tourist like me this time.
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