Touggourt

Touggourt is a city and commune in northeastern Algeria, and the capital of Touggourt District. It is located in the Ouargla Province, in the Sahara Desert.

Touggourt historically served as a significant trading center and oasis settlement in the Sahara. Its history is marked by the rule of the Beni Djellab dynasty, an Arab dynasty that controlled the region for several centuries until French colonization. The city's architecture and cultural traditions reflect its Saharan heritage and its role as a historical hub for trade and cultural exchange between North Africa and the interior of the Sahara.

The economy of Touggourt relies heavily on agriculture, particularly date palm cultivation. The surrounding oases produce a significant quantity of dates, which are an important export commodity. Other economic activities include trade and tourism.

Touggourt is connected to other regions of Algeria by road and air. It has an airport that facilitates transportation and tourism. The city is also an important administrative center for the surrounding region. The population consists primarily of Arab and Berber communities.