JIJEL | جيجل {East Mediterranean}

Jijel (formerly known as Djidjelli, Gigeri or Gigery) is the capital of Jijel Province in northeastern Algeria. It is flanked by the Mediterranean Sea in the region of Corniche jijelienne, and has an estimated population of 148,000 inhabitants (2007).[citation needed]

Jijel is the administrative and trade centre for a region specializing in cork processing, leather tanning and steel-making. Local agriculture produces especially citrus fruits and grains. Fishing is also of great importance. Tourists (mainly Algerians) are attracted to Jijel for its landscapes and fine sand beaches. Being a resort town, Jijel can be a nice place for a vacation on the Mediterranean sea shore with many hotels and places to eat. There are Phoenician tombs nearby.