The word Blida comes from Boulayda, Arabic diminutive of Bilad (country). This city is also called Ourida (little rose). It was founded in the 16th century by the marabout Sidi Ahmed el Kabir with the participation of Andalusian Muslims who transformed the uncultivable land into orange plantations orchards and the art of irrigation.
This city had monumental gates, designating different entrances to the city. However, they do not exist anymore, but their name still persists. We quote Bab el Dzair, Bab el Rahba, Bab el Sebt, Bab el Zaouia, Bab el Kseb, Bab el Kebor and Bab el Kouikha. El Djoun and Douirette, are the oldest neighborhoods of Blida, most of its homes are built in a Moorish style. Some mosques and Hammams were built by the Turcs. Blida, capital of the Mitidja is a city of art and traditions. It has kept a specific stamp for Andalusian music and has preserved many traditional crafts like the distillation of rose water, embroidery on fabric and copper work. It is also known for the making of Algerian cakes.

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ITINERARY OF ALGIERS AIRPORT "HOUARI BOUMEDIENNE -  BLIDA CITY: 54.5 km, estimated time is 47 minutes to 1 hour depending on traffic.

 

 

WEATHER CONDITIONS favourable in November with ambient temperatures between 16 and 21 ° C and some rains.