#bejaia
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Béjaïa Bay
Yasmina Khadra•3 min read
Kahina sells sardines at the Béjaïa fish market. When marine biologist Sofiane arrives studying local species, she teaches him that the sea holds more mysteries than science can explain. 'El bhar yehki' (البحر يحكي) - The sea speaks.
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Bougie Beauty
Yasmina Khadra•2 min read
Lila makes traditional candles in Béjaïa—once called Bougie, origin of the word. When historian Jacques arrives tracing etymology, she illuminates more than words. 'El dhou' ywarri' (الضوء يورّي) - Light reveals.
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