Discover the fascinating story behind Disco Maghreb, the iconic music label that shaped the sound of Raï and brought Oran to the world’s stage. Once dormant, this legendary brand has risen from the ashes to celebrate Algeria’s rich musical heritage and inspire new generations. A Musical Legacy Born in Oran Disco Maghreb was founded in […]
Chapel of Our Lady of Salvation: A Beacon of Faith in Oran
“Perched on the heights of Oran, the Chapel of Our Lady of Salvation stands as a timeless symbol of hope, resilience, and spiritual unity.” 📦 Quick Facts 📍 Location: Mount Murdjadjo, Oran, Algeria⛪ Built: 1850 by French colonial authorities🏞 Setting: Near Santa Cruz Fortress, overlooking Oran🌅 Best Time to Visit: Late afternoon for sunset views🔔 […]
Discover Yves Saint Laurent’s Roots in Oran: Where Fashion Met the Mediterranean
“Before he revolutionized Parisian couture, Yves Saint Laurent was a boy enchanted by the colors, light, and soul of Oran.” A Youth Shaped by Oran Born in 1936 in Oran, Algeria, Yves Saint Laurent spent the first 17 years of his life in this vibrant Mediterranean city. Nestled between the sea and the sands, Oran […]
Mosquée du Pacha: The Ottoman Legacy in Oran
“A symbol of spiritual grandeur and Ottoman elegance, the Mosquée du Pacha invites visitors to step into a living piece of 18th-century Algerian history.” 📆 Quick Facts 📍 Location: Old Town, Oran, Algeria⏲ Built: 1796 (1210 AH)ع Commissioned by: Bey Mohamed El-Kebir🏛 Style: Ottoman architecture with Andalusian influences🔬 Materials: White stone, green tiles, wood-carved mihrab🌇 […]
Oran City Tour with Oryx Voyage
Discover Oran’s Soul: From Ottoman Mosques to French Boulevards Join us for a one-day guided tour through the vibrant streets, stunning architecture, and layered history of Oran — Algeria’s cultural gem by the sea. 📍 Quick Overview 🏢 Morning Highlights: Architectural Walk We begin our day with a relaxed yet insightful stroll through Oran’s French-era […]
Santa Cruz Fortress: Oran’s Timeless Guardian
“Overlooking Oran like a silent sentinel, Santa Cruz Fortress tells a story of resistance, faith, and Mediterranean beauty.” 📦 Quick Facts 📍 Location: Mount Murdjadjo, Oran, Algeria🛡 Built: Late 16th century by the Spanish🏰 Type: Hilltop fortress and chapel🔭 Altitude: ~400 meters above sea level⛪ Chapel: Santa Cruz Chapel, built after the 1849 cholera epidemic🌅 […]



