Monument to the Docker: Remembering the Martyrs of May 2, 1962
A memorial in Algiers honoring the dockworkers who lost their lives in the May 2, 1962 attack during the Algerian War of Independence.
This monument in Algiers commemorates the Algerian dockworkers who were killed in a 1962 terrorist attack by the OAS (Organisation armée secrète) during the Algerian War. It stands as a tribute to their sacrifice and the struggle for independence.
A brief summary to Monument the Docker The Martyrs of May 2, 1962
- Q385+FC3, Rue Bouzerari Mohamed, El Djazair, Agha, 16000, DZ
Local tips
- Visit in the early morning or late afternoon for the best lighting for photographs.
- Take a moment to read the inscriptions for a deeper understanding of the monument's significance.
- Combine your visit with nearby historical sites to enrich your experience of Algeria's heritage.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are starting from the central area of Algiers, head towards the 'Place des Martyrs' which is a well-known landmark. From there, walk along Rue des Frères Boumendjel heading east. Continue straight until you reach the junction at Rue Bouzerari Mohamed. Turn right onto Rue Bouzerari Mohamed, and you will find the Monument the Docker The Martyrs of May 2, 1962 located at Q385+FC3, just a short walk from the junction.
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Public Transport
For those near the Algiers Tramway, take the tram to 'Belouizdad' station. Once you exit the tram, look for bus number 5 or 9 heading towards 'El Madania'. Get off at the 'Agha' stop. From there, walk along Rue Bouzerari Mohamed in the direction of the sea, and you will reach the Monument the Docker The Martyrs of May 2, 1962 within a few minutes. A single bus fare is approximately 20 DZD.
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Taxi
Taxis are available throughout Algiers. A short taxi ride to the monument from the city center will likely cost around 290 DZD. Note that it is best to negotiate the fare before starting the trip.
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