Ras Acrata

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Ras Acrata is a cape located in Algeria, [1] about 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) from Algiers. [2]

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References

  1. ↑ "Ras Acrata Map, Algeria". Mapcarta. Retrieved 18 June 2010.
  2. ↑ "Getting to Algiers By Car: Algiers Travel Guide". iGuide. Retrieved 18 June 2010.

Coordinates: 36°47′59″N2°52′59″E / 36.79972°N 2.88306°E / 36.79972; 2.88306

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