Hammaguir

Hammaguir (also written Hamaguir and Hammaguira) (Arabic: حماقير) is a village in Abadla District, Béchar Province, Algeria, south-west of Béchar. It lies on the N50 national highway between Béchar and Tindouf. The location is notable for its role in French rocketry.

Hammaguir
Village and air base
Hammaguir
Coordinates: 30°54′N 3°2′W
Country Algeria
ProvinceBéchar Province
DistrictAbadla District
Elevation
744 m (2,441 ft)
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)

Hamaguir Airport is located there.

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