Yemen
Yemen is a land of ancient civilizations, dramatic landscapes, and unique architecture. Despite current travel advisories, Yemen remains one of the most historically rich and culturally fascinating places in the Arabian Peninsula. 🌍📜
Old City of Sana’a
✅ Why Visit?
One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world with unique mud-brick skyscrapers.
🎯 Highlights:
🏘️ Tower houses with intricate windows and carvings
🕌 Great Mosque of Sana’a – Dating back to the 7th century
🛍️ Bab al-Yemen Market – Traditional souqs and handmade goods
🧱 UNESCO World Heritage Site
Socotra Island
✅ Why Visit?
Known as the “Galápagos of the Indian Ocean”, this remote island has surreal biodiversity found nowhere else.
🎯 Highlights:
🌳 Dragon Blood Trees – Iconic and otherworldly
🏖️ Detwah Lagoon – White sand beaches and turquoise waters
🐠 Snorkeling & diving – Coral reefs and marine life
🦋 Endemic wildlife – Rare plants, birds, and butterflies
Shibam
✅ Why Visit?
A spectacular example of ancient urban planning, Shibam is famous for its vertical mud-brick buildings.
🎯 Highlights:
🏙️ 500-year-old skyscrapers made of mud
🏰 City walls & ancient gates
🕌 Historic mosques and alleyways
📸 Stunning desert photography
Al-Mahwit
✅ Why Visit?
A mountainous region with incredible views and traditional architecture.
🎯 Highlights:
🌄 Mountain landscapes & terraced farms
🏘️ Stone houses perched on cliffs
🌧️ Cooler climate & greenery
🧭 Off-the-beaten-path travel charm
Jabal Haraz
✅ Why Visit?
A UNESCO-listed area with ancient hilltop villages, lush terraces, and breathtaking views.
🎯 Highlights:
🏞️ Al-Hajjarah Village – Famous for its dramatic cliffside setting
🌿 Terraced farming landscapes
🧱 Traditional stone architecture
📸 Perfect for cultural and nature photography
Thula
✅ Why Visit?
A well-preserved town showcasing Yemen’s medieval architecture and traditional crafts.
🎯 Highlights:
🧱 Stone houses and mosques
🛍️ Local markets with pottery and textiles
🏞️ Mountain backdrop
🌄 Quiet, peaceful atmosphere
Tarim
✅ Why Visit?
Known for Islamic learning and beautiful white-washed mosques.
🎯 Highlights:
🕌 Al-Muhdhar Mosque – Yemen’s tallest minaret
📚 Historic Islamic schools and libraries
🕋 Pilgrimage destination for scholars
🧕 Traditional Hadrami culture
Zabid
✅ Why Visit?
A historic city with ancient mosques and a long-standing scholarly legacy.
🎯 Highlights:
🕌 Over 80 ancient mosques
🏛️ Islamic manuscripts and heritage sites
📖 Former university town
🧭 UNESCO World Heritage (endangered)