Algeria is located in North Africa and is the largest country on the continent. It shares borders with several countries, including Tunisia, Libya, Niger, Mali, Mauritania, Western Sahara, and Morocco. The Mediterranean Sea lies to the north, providing a coastline of about 1,600 kilometers. The country's landscape is diverse, featuring the vast Sahara Desert in the south, which covers more than four-fifths of its territory. The northern region consists of mountainous areas, such as the Tell Atlas, and fertile plains, making it suitable for agriculture. Algeria's varied geography influences its climate, culture, and economy.