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Ten Must see Places In Yemen
emen is a country located centipede that eats flesh as well
in the Arabian Peninsula. as a myriad of reptiles and
It is a country rich in birds. There are also the
history and culture as well as Dragon’s Blood trees, which is
wonderful places to visit. always a sight to behold.
Although it is highly discouraged
to visit the country right now 3.) The Incense Road
because of civil unrest and
terrorist attacks, it is still In Socotra also, you can follow
worth knowing the ten must-see the ancient Incense Road. You
places in Yemen. will get to see many cities,
towns and villages along the way
1.) The Rock Art of Sa’da if you are up for the 62-day
journey. The Incense Road is
You can see here ancient drawings legendary because it was
and texts that were written by calculated that more than 3,000
nomadic tribes. They date back tons of incense was transported
to about 4,500 years ago. The through this way during the
drawings you will see in the ancient times.
canyon walls are animals that
were predominant during that 4.) Wadi Dhahr
period (rams, snakes, cattle,
people, etc.) as well as plants. This is a valley where vegetables
and fruits are bountiful. You
2.) Socotra Island can also see here the Imam
Yahya’s palace, which was erected
This is an island that has a very during the 1930s on top of a high
diverse flora and fauna that can rock. This high rock is called
only be found in the island. the Rock Palace or the Dar Al
Only here will you see a Hajar.
5.) Shibam This is a great place for you to
buy your souvenirs. This is a
Anybody who sees this majestic very lively and vibrant market
group of clay and stone as well that will give anyone a sensory
as wood buildings is sure to be overload. From pottery to
struck with awe. Shibam is also animals to clothes to vegetables,
fondly called as the Dessert you can find anything here.
Manhattan and is said to be the
first city of skyscraper 8.) Old City of Sana’a
buildings in the whole world with
some buildings having a height of This has been listed also in the
eight stories. This is not an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
archeological site though, but it Islamic mosques as well as
is a living city. traditional houses can be seen in
this ancient city. You can also
6.) The Shihara Suspended Bridge see here beautiful tower houses
made from rammed earth, and this
Truly a sight to behold, this adds more to the beauty and
beautiful suspended bridge was significance of the Old City of
built during the 17th century. Sana’a.
But now, it is still a vital part
of the two villages that it 9.) Aden City
serves to connect - the Shihara
Al-Qaish as well as the Shihara This is a wonderful city in Yemen
Al-Amir. There is also a Sunday that is home to the Aden Museum.
Market here which is a popular It is also a popular tourist
tourist destination. destination where you can always
enjoy a day at the water park or
7.) Souk of Beit Al-Faqih the lagoons, which are perfect
places to go bird watching. the prices tend to be set higher
There are also resorts here if for the tourists.
you want to relax.
10.) Kawbakan City |
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