Annaba, informally known as Balad al-Unnab, is a city in the northeastern corner of Algeria near the Seybouse River, located in an eponymous province. With a population of 257359, it is the fourth largest city in Algeria. It is a leading industrial center in eastern Algeria. Annaba is a coastal city and has undergone significant growth. Much of eastern and southern Algeria seeks the services, equipment, & infrastructure of the city. Economically, it is the center for various dynamic activities, such as industry, transport, finance, and tourism. Present-day Annaba grew up on the site of Aphrodisium, the port of the Roman city. The modern town has since expanded south over Hippo's ruins as well. 

The vicinity of Annaba has yielded evidence of very early human occupation at Ain el Hanech, near Saida, including artifacts that show remarkable tool-making craftsmanship. According to some sources, prehistoric Algeria was the site of the most advanced development of flake tool techniques in the Middle Early Stone Age.

By Air - Annaba is best reached by air. Its airport, Rabah Bitat International Airport has regular services to Paris, Marseille, and Lyons. However, these frequencies aren't frequent and one should check an Air Algerie timetable when planning a trip. Annaba also has regular service to Oran.

By Sea - There is a ferry service from Marseille to Annaba operated by, Ferries Algerie.

By Road - One can also reach Annaba by road quite easily from most major Algerian cities. However, due to the lack of quality infrastructure this is the least desirable option.