Standard TimeGMT |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Nouakchott |
Allegh time compared to Beijing time (China) |
8 hours ahead |
Introduction to Aleg, Mauritania
Aleg is the principal city and capital of the Brakna region of Mauritania, located in the interior of the southwestern part of the country, about 250 kilometers east of the capital, Nouakchott. Located on the edge of the Sahara Desert, the city belongs to the typical Sahelian climate zone, with distinct wet and dry seasons, and is surrounded by a predominantly semi-desert landscape.
Economy and Transportation
Alegre is an important regional trade and transportation hub in Mauritania, where the inland road network connecting the capital with the eastern cities meets. The local economy is based on animal husbandry (camels, goats), small-scale commerce and transit transportation services, and in recent years, government-promoted irrigated agriculture projects have been gradually developed in the surrounding oases.
Society and Culture
As the administrative center of the Brakna region, Aleg is home to Moors, Haratins and other ethnic groups, and has a strong Islamic culture, with the city's mosque and traditional bazaar being an important part of community life. Due to its remoteness, the city's infrastructure is relatively simple, but it has retained its traditional Saharan architectural style.
Travel Tips
Visitors should be aware of the high daytime temperatures and dryness in the desert areas around Alegre, and are advised to visit from October to March when the climate is milder. The city is currently underdeveloped and is suitable for adventure travelers interested in the culture and untouched landscapes of the Sahara's fringes.
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Today is 2025-12-30
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07:24
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