Capital
Sana'a
Population
33.7M
Currency
Yemeni Rial (YER)
Best Time to Visit
October–March
#49
World Tourism Rank
0.35%
of World Land Area
5
UNESCO Sites
2
Neighboring Countries
Nationalities not listed above may require a visa. Always verify with official sources before travel.
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with official government sources before travel.
Recommended: October–March
The Old City of Sana'a features distinctive multi-story tower houses that have been inhabited for over 2,500 years.
Socotra Island off Yemen's coast is home to the dragon blood tree and other species found nowhere else on Earth, earning it the nickname 'Galapagos of the Indian Ocean.'
Ancient skyscrapers of mud brick and the alien landscapes of Socotra.
- A traveler on visiting Yemen
Yemen possesses some of the most unique architecture and landscapes in the Arab world, from the ancient tower houses of Sana'a and Shibam to the otherworldly island of Socotra. Known as 'Arabia Felix' in ancient times, Yemen was a wealthy center of the frankincense trade for centuries. Due to ongoing conflict, travel is currently extremely dangerous, but the country's cultural and natural heritage remains extraordinary.
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