The spring 'Ain ech Cheikh is located in the Adrar region of Algeria, about 30 kilometers north of the city of Timimoun. It is a natural spring that emerges from the ground, and its water is known for its purity and refreshing taste. The spring is surrounded by a small oasis of palm trees and other vegetation, which provides shade and a pleasant environment for visitors.
The water from 'Ain ech Cheikh is used for irrigation of nearby agricultural fields, as well as for drinking by local residents and visitors. The temperature of the water is consistently cool, even during the hot summer months, which makes it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
The spring is accessible by car or by foot, and there is a small parking area nearby. Visitors can enjoy picnics and walks around the oasis, as well as take a dip in the cool water of the spring. There are no facilities at the site, however, so visitors are advised to bring their own food and water.
Overall, 'Ain ech Cheikh is a beautiful and peaceful natural spring that provides a refreshing respite from the hot desert climate of Algeria's Adrar region.
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’Aïn ech Cheïkh is a spring in Adrar, Algeria. It has an elevation of 273 meters above sea level. It is also known as 'Ain ech Cheikh, Ain Cheik, Ain ech Cheikr, Aïn Cheik, ’Aïn ech Cheïkh. Information correct as at Thursday 19th January 2012.
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Name | Value |
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Id | 2501583 |
Name | ’Aïn ech Cheïkh |
Asciiname | 'Ain ech Cheikh |
Alternatenames | 'Ain ech Cheikh;Ain Cheik;Ain ech Cheikr;Aïn Cheik;’Aïn ech Cheïkh |
Latitude | 27.071 |
Longitude | 1.80666 |
Feature Class | H |
Feature Id | SPNG |
Country Id | DZ |
Cc2 | |
Admin1 Code | 34 |
Admin2 Code | |
Area Id | DZ.34 |
District Id | DZ.34. |
Admin3 Code | |
Admin4 Code | |
Population | 0 |
Elevation | 0 |
Dem | 273 |
Timezone Id | Africa/Algiers |
Modification Date | 2012-01-19 |
What3words | stargazers.decisive.futures |
What3words Place | I-n-Salah, Tamanrasset |
Feature | spring : a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground |
Timezone | Africa/Algiers DZ GMT 1.0 |
Country | Africa Northern Africa Algeria |