A few facts about M'Sila
- With about 130,000 inhabitants, M'Sila is one of the 50 largest places in Algeria.
- M'Sila is also the centre of the region that shares its name.
- Algiers, the largest city in Algeria, is about 173 km away.
- Towns nearby: Bordj Ghdir (39 km), El Achir (40 km) and Bordj Bou Arreridj (45 km).