Prayer times – Biskra

Muslim Presence in Biskra: Biskra, a city in northeastern Algeria, has a long-established Muslim community. As a historic oasis city, it has been a center of Islamic culture and learning for centuries. The population of over 200,000 residents is predominantly Muslim, and the city's rhythm is deeply intertwined with the five daily prayers.

Community Implantation through Mosques: The Muslim community in Biskra is well-served by numerous mosques and prayer places. Notable among them is Al-Badr Mosque, located on Rue Ben Nacer Bachir in the city center, providing a central place for worship. Other prominent mosques include Al-Nour Mosque on Rue Rais Belkacem and Abdul Rahman Bin Awf Mosque. The mapped prayer places extend to nearby towns such as Chetma, El Hadjeb, and Sidi Okba, reflecting the widespread practice of Islam in the region.

Prayer-Time Orientation: Muslims in Biskra observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the local timezone (Africa/Algiers). Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude. The Qibla direction is towards Mecca, and the distance to the holy city is approximately 3,500 km. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings for the community.