The word Wahran comes from the Berber expression wa - iharan (place of lions). A locally popular legend tells that in the period around AD … See more

Climate
Oran features a hot semi-arid climate (Köppen: BSh). Oran's climate does show influences of a See more

List of districts of Oran
Since 2019, Oran have 18 communal délégations (ex. districts) and 83 quarters.
Medina Jedida
Medina Jedida [fr] or, new city in English, is a large historical and popular district. It was one of the … See more

The city's public transportation is centered on the Oran Metro covering coastal neighborhoods with the connecting Oran tramway covering suburbs not yet served by the metro. There is an extensive network of "clandestine" taxis in the city. A project started in … See more

Overview
During the Roman Empire, a small settlement called Unica Colonia existed in the area of the current Oran, but this settlement … See more

As Oran is located in Northern Algeria, it faces the threat of earthquakes that can cause damage. However, the last major earthquake was in 1790; 3,000 people died as a result. Many of the existing older buildings in the city have been reinforced, and newer … See more

The Oranian metropolis comprises several communes.
Mers El-Kébir
Mers El Kébir ("The … See more