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Tipaza
Bazar / ⴱⴰⵣⴰⵔ
(Roman Tipasa)
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 Tipaza
Location in Algeria
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| Country | Algeria |
| Province | Tipaza |
| District | Tipaza |
| Population
(2008)
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| • Total | 25,225 |
| Official name: Tipasa | |
| Type: | Cultural |
| Criteria: | iii, iv |
| Designated: | 1982 (6th session) |
| Reference #: | 193 |
| State Party: |  Algeria |
| Region: | Arab States |
| Endangered: | 2002–2006 |
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| Tipaza Lighthouse and the promontory | |
 Tipaza Lighthouse
Location in Algeria
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| Location | Tipaza Algeria |
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| Coordinates | 36°35′49.66″N 2°26′51.62″E / 36.5971278°N 2.4476722°E |
| Year first constructed | 1867 |
| Foundation | masonry base |
| Construction | masonry tower |
| Tower shape | square prism tower with balcony and lantern |
| Markings / pattern | white tower, dark green lantern |
| Height | 13.58 metres (44.6 ft) |
| Focal height | 34.08 metres (111.8 ft) |
| Range | 18 nautical miles (33 km; 21 mi) |
| Characteristic | Oc W 4s. |
| Admiralty number | E6630 |
| NGA number | 22444 |
| ARLHS number | ALG-053 |
Tipaza is a town on the coast of Algeria. It is the capital of the Tipaza Province. It was formed in 1857. It is known for its sandy beach and ancient ruins.
Images for kids
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Ruins of Roman Tipasa
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Basilica of St. Crispinus
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Mausolée royal de Maurétanie
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The Anonymous Temple
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The New Temple
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Villa des Fresques
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La Basilique Judiciaire
See also
In Spanish: Tipasa para niños
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