I am a North African country with a complex history, I was once part of a larger empire, and my people speak a dialect of Arabic influenced by indigenous languages and also Berber. My capital is a major port city.

1. My country is known for its diverse landscapes, including coastlines, mountains, and desert.
2. Historically, my region was a crossroads of trade routes and cultures.
3. I have a significant population of Berbers, an indigenous group in North Africa.
4. My country experienced a period of French colonial rule.