Riwaya Travel Welcomes 20 Schoolchildren from Tizi Ouzou to Paris
Riwaya Travel organised a day in Paris for 20 schoolchildren from Kabylia, combining inspiring encounters, cultural visits and time together. The outing gave the children an opportunity to discover another culture, explore new surroundings and meet people whose experiences could encourage their own ambitions.
The schoolchildren began their day at Datategy’s offices in La Défense.
Discovering Datategy
The visit to Datategy offered an introduction to working life and innovation. Founder and president Mehdi Chouiten, originally from Greater Kabylia, welcomed the children and showed them how artificial intelligence is developed. Interactive demonstrations and presentations helped explain how technology is shaping the future.
Mehdi shared his career story, including the challenges and achievements involved in building a business. Meeting an entrepreneur from their own region gave the children a concrete example of what determination and hard work can make possible.
As they explored the company’s departments, the children learned about different aspects of technological development. Discussions with engineers and researchers gave them room to ask questions and a clearer picture of the skills and knowledge involved in a technology career.
The visit also strengthened the children’s sense of connection with their community. Seeing someone from their region working successfully in artificial intelligence encouraged them to believe in their own abilities and consider new ambitions.
Lunch at MAMA NISSA
Lunch at MAMA NISSA offered a taste of Algerian cooking in the heart of Paris. Chef Hanane Abdelli-Tancrede welcomed the group to her restaurant in the first arrondissement for a meal rooted in Algerian culinary traditions.
The children received a warm welcome in a friendly setting. The chef prepared fragrant dishes that introduced the group to the flavours and aromas of Algeria.
Sharing a meal brought the group closer together and created lasting memories. It also opened a conversation about the cultural variety expressed through food and the value of being curious about other traditions.
Lunch at MAMA NISSA was a joyful moment of discovery and connection, reflecting Riwaya Travel’s wish to create meaningful encounters and memorable shared experiences.
Exploring Paris
After lunch, the children set out to explore Paris on foot. Busy streets and familiar landmarks seen for the first time made the walk a memorable part of the day.
Along the way, they discovered both celebrated monuments and smaller corners of the city, from striking buildings to neighbourhood cafés. Each new stop sparked questions and excitement.
The walk also offered an introduction to the city’s history and culture. The accompanying adults shared stories about the places visited, helping bring Paris’s heritage to life.
Exploring the city gave the children time to enjoy new surroundings together and build shared memories. The experience encouraged their curiosity about Paris and the wider world.
Visiting the Grande Mosquée de Paris
The day ended with a visit to the Grande Mosquée de Paris. Rector Chems-eddine Hafiz welcomed the children to this important place of Muslim culture in the French capital.
The mosque’s architecture and gardens offered a peaceful setting away from the city’s busy streets. The children admired colourful mosaics, intricate craftsmanship and the quiet atmosphere of its prayer spaces.
In the gardens, the group reflected on peace, tolerance and mutual understanding. The visit offered a chance to discuss the values that bring people together across their differences.
The Grande Mosquée de Paris was both a cultural discovery and a moment for reflection, giving the children another perspective on the city and its communities.
The day organised by Riwaya Travel brought together encounters, discoveries and shared experiences for the children from Kabylia. By introducing them to new places and people, the agency hoped to encourage their curiosity, confidence and ambitions for the future.
