El Golea is a city located in the Sahara Desert in southern Algeria. It is the capital of the El Golea District and is a popular stopover for travelers heading to other cities in the region. The city is known for its unique architecture, including traditional mud-brick buildings, which helps to keep the interior cool in the desert heat. It is also known for its date palm groves and is a center for date production in the region. The main economic activities in El Golea are agriculture, particularly date farming, and tourism. The city has a small airport and is well-connected to other parts of Algeria by road. The climate in El Golea is desert and very hot, with temperatures frequently exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius).