Algeria submits five royal tombs for Unesco heritage status
The culture minister announced the submission of five sites, including tombs in Tamanrasset and Constantine, on Sunday, November 8.
Algeria has submitted a dossier to Unesco seeking to list five royal tombs as universal material heritage sites. Minister of Culture and Arts Malika Bendouda announced the submission on Sunday, November 8, stating it was a significant step for the country's heritage.
The nominated sites include the royal tomb of Imedghassen in Batna, the royal tomb of Massinissa in Constantine, the tomb of Siga in Ain Témouchent, the tomb of Queen Tin Hinan in Tamanrasset, and the Djeddar tombs in Frenda, Tiaret. Bendouda highlighted that these tombs, spread across Algeria's east, west, and south, represent the nation's unified cultural and patrimonial identity.
This submission marks Algeria's first application for material heritage status since the Casbah of Algiers was classified in 1992. The dossier is among 35 selected by Unesco and will undergo evaluation by specialized consultation bodies.
Why it mattersAlgerians will see their nation's historical royal tombs considered for global heritage recognition.