El Tarf Province facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Taref Province
ولاية الطارف
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Map of Algeria highlighting El Taref
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| Country |  Algeria |
| Capital | El Taref |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3,339 km2 (1,289 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 411,783 |
| • Density | 123.325/km2 (319.41/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01 (CET) |
| Area Code | +213 (0) 38 |
| ISO 3166 code | DZ-36 |
| Districts | 7 |
| Municipalities | 24 |
El Taref Province is a special region, or province, located in the country of Algeria. It is found in the northeastern part of Algeria. The city of El Taref serves as its capital, which means it's the main administrative center.
This province is also home to El Kala, an important port town. A port town is a city with a harbor where ships can load and unload goods. You can also find the beautiful El Kala National Park here, which is a protected area for nature.
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Understanding El Taref's Government
El Taref Province is managed by a local government. This government helps to organize services for the people living there. It makes sure that things like roads, schools, and hospitals work well.
How the Province is Organized
El Taref Province is divided into smaller parts to make it easier to manage. These parts are called districts and municipalities. Think of them like smaller neighborhoods or towns within a bigger area.
Districts of El Taref
The province has 7 main districts. Each district includes several smaller towns or areas called municipalities. Here are the names of the districts:
- Ben M'Hidi
- Besbes
- Bouhadjar
- Boutheldja
- Dréan
- El Kala
- El Taref
Municipalities in the Province
Within these 7 districts, there are 24 municipalities. These are the smallest local government areas. They help manage daily life for the people living in their specific areas.
Geography and Nature
El Taref Province covers an area of about 3,339 square kilometers (about 1,289 square miles). This is roughly the size of a small country. In 2008, about 411,783 people lived in the province.
El Kala National Park
One of the most famous natural spots in El Taref is El Kala National Park. This park is very important for protecting different kinds of plants and animals. It has lakes, marshes, and forests. Many unique birds and other wildlife live there.
