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ADEN

Location & Climate

The City of Aden overlooks the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Aden.  It is situated 346 km south of the City of Sana'a and 160 km east of the Strait of Bab Al-Mandab.  The climate in the summer is hot and moderate in the Winter.

The area of the Governorate of Aden is 8,321 square kilometers and the population is 564,335 according to the 1994 Census.

Historical Note

Aden was cited in the ancient inscriptions as one of the ancient large Arabian markets.  It used to be the port used by the Himyarites, which was known as the Awsani Port.

The oldest historical landmarks are found in the Old City of Aden and its periphery.  In general, contains many historical fortresses and old tunnels, which were used by the population until 1940 to move their livestock and their camels laden with goods.  The Western Gate of Aden and these tunnels were the inlets to the Old City of "Crater" which is at the footsteps of Jabal (Mount) Shamsan on the northeast.  The tunnels and the Aden Gate, the arch of which was removed in 1964, as well as Seira Fort can still be seen today.  The Forts of Jabal Ghadir, Jabal 'Alyan and the Water Reservoirs of Al-Taweelah are considered among the most important historical sites that are visited today, in addition to the Lighthouse in Crater.

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The most important is Crater, which is the oldest city in the governorate and contains the most crowded markets such as the Za'afaran Market, the Buhara Market and the Al-Taweel Market.  In Crater one will also find the oldest mosques, such as the historical Mosque of Abban, the Al-'Aidarous Mosque. 

Then there is the City of Al-Tawwhai, which is the home of the major port of the governorate.

Other significant cities of Aden Governorate include :

• Al-Mu'alla

• Al-Qallo'a

• Khourmaksar

• Sheikh 'Uthman

• Al-Bureiqa

• Al-Mansoura

• Al-Sha'ab

• Dar Sa'ad

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• The Abyan-Khourmaksar Beach

• Gold Moor

• Al-'Arousa

• Neshwan

• Al-Tawwahi

• Seira Beach

• Haqqat in Crater

• Al-Ghadir and Al-Kheisa

• Faqam in Al-Bureiqa

• The National Museum of Antiquities

• The Traditional Customs and Traditions (Folklore) in Buq'an in the forward Gulf area.

There were about 19 Hindu Temples and churches, which have been changed to serve other functions.

Aden also houses Aden University the highest scholastic institute in the Governorate of Aden. 

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TAIZ

Location

Lies to the north west of the Yemeni Republic bordered from north by the two govemorates of Hudaida and Ibb and from the north east Al Daleh govemorate, from south - east.with Lahj Governorate and from the west the Red Sea. Its capital city is Taiz, 256 from the capital Sanaa’ to the west.

 The features of Taiz Govemorate are different ranging from mountainous areas to plains and valleys. It overlooks a vast pare of the coastal line of the Red Sea and the straits of Bab Al Mandeb. The features heights reach a zenith of 3070m above sea level where the Al Aros castle lies at Jabal Sabr. A lot of fertile valleys run across it and so produce a variety of fruits such as mango, pomegranate, citrus banana, papai, vegetables, cereals in addition to coffee beans.

A lot of cities in Taiz Governorate have flourished through the different historical stages, some relate to the old Yemeni history, such as Assoula city, Jappan, whereas they were mentioned in the old Yemeni inscriptions. Jappan city is today the Al Ma’afer. It lies in a gap between Jabal Sabr and Jabal Thakhr (Jabal Habashi), now a ruined city of which nothing has remained except a mosque.

Taiz Govemorate comprises a lot of cities, antiquities, historical and touristic sites.

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Taiz City has a traditional history and past glory it is the capital of the Governorate that carries its name, 256Km far from Sana the capital to the south. It situated in the versant of Sabr mountain whose height is 3070m above sea level and extends over green dunes and hills that emanated fascination and beauty over the city. Taiz City is considered one of the largest cities in Yemen that played significant role in the history of Yemen in different stages.

It reached its zenith when it was the capital city of the Rasouliya state (1229-1 454AD) which could prevail all over the Yemeni domains.

 Taiz has a moderate climate which made it a summer and winter resort of the most important landmarks of the city the ancient old wall punctured by several gates but none has remained of as per today except the large door and the Mousa door and parts of the wall topped with Al Qahera fortress perching above the city at a height of 1 80meter. There is also the Ashrafiyya school named after King Ashraf Al Rasouli (1377- 1400AD) adorned with two color distinguished minarets amidst the volcanic rocks that lie at the foot of the mountain. Of the landmarks also is Al Muzaffar mosque and Al Ma’tabiyyah dome decorated from the interior with fantastic water colors. The city comprises as well the city museum, which displays a set of curiosities and items that once were in the palace of Imam Ahmad Bin Yahia Hameed Al Din 1948-1962AD). Jabal Mountain of Sabr accorded more beauty to the city due to its extremely beautiful and splendid scenery. Many parks hug the city of Taiz from all sides the most important of which are:

• Oseifra and the fogs valley

• Sabr Mountain

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Al Muzaffar mosque Al Ma’tabiyyah dome Two color distinguished minarets of Ashrafiyya school

An aloof mountain on whose foot lies the city of Taiz and its unique and splendid fortress; to the west lies the ancient city of Jaba. It is a blessed mountain as it flows with a lot of bounties, springs and streams. Its sides are carpeted with a variety of vegetation, particularly Al Qat trees, coffee, cereals and fruits of all kinds, and spotted with any hanging beautiful villages which form an extremely charming and fascinating scenery that takes the fancy of the tourist and visitor especially the agricultural amphi-basins and hanging houses which looks at night like a chandelier of electric lamp similar to the stars glittering in the skyline.

Between Taiz city and the parts overlooking it from Sabr mountain a beautiful and touristis road swerves along. It is very amazing and breath - taking road, teems with the rhythm of daily life activities and the scores of female figs and roses vendors who come from Sabr mountain and sell their products (crops) there daily. They are keen to wear their traditional costumes that distinguish the girls of Sabr mountain from others Sabr mountain is 3070meter above Sea level.

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A lot of tombs of blessed men spread in Taiz city, most famous is that of Sheikh Ahmad Bin Alwan one of the famous Sufists, attributed to him the Alwaniya method which is one of the Sufist ways. Ibn Alwan lived in the days of King Al Mansour Nour Eldin Omar Bin Au Al Rasouli (1300AD).

The tomb of Sheikh Ahmad Bin Alwan lies in the mosque known by his name in Yafras city, situated to the south west of Taiz city at 30Km on the right side of the road leading to Al Tirba city (Stone built) the mosque dates back to 700, and witnesses yearly a lot of visitors.

A famous city 72Km south to Taiz lies on a platen rising 2200meter above sea level in the southwestern part of the western heights overlooking southwestern slopes. Turba enjoys a moderate climate and beautiful scenery. The road to it passes through many fertile valleys and agricultural amphi-basins. Anciently it was known by (Al Ma’afir) and comprises the city of Al Siwa that classical sources have mentioned.

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It lies in Duba’ area (Duqm Al Ghurab) to the right of the asphalted road leading to Turbat Dibhan. It is known historically by (Al Kalhama). It is (the tree after which the city is called) a tree of strange shape that has no similar. It is very huge in stem and branches and its color looks like that of an elephant body.

Famous City on the Red Sea coast 94Km to the west of Taiz city. It is one of the old harbors mentioned in Humeiri inscriptions known by (Moza). It played a big role in Humeiri era and was taken by Jubani state (contemporary to Humeiri state) as a harbor. It played as well an influential role in the economic and political Yemeni history and prospered with the trade of Yemeni coffee especially at time of coffee export. By the dent of this harbor the Yemeni coffee beans was known to the world and carried its name (Mocha Coffee). Still the quality coffee beans hold this name up to day. But Mocha lost its importance as a trading harbor in the wake of the rising of Aden harbor in the late 19th century and after the emergence of Al Hudaida harbor in the second half of the 20the century. However, it is now restoring some of its past glory.

Of the landmarks of Mocha today is the Shazli mosque and minaret which date back to more than 500 years. It is a distinguished minaret. This is in addition to certain antiquities, which reflect the glory and prosperity of Mocha until to date.

Near to Mocha city scatter a number of beautiful beaches caressed with palm trees, coconuts such as the Yakhtal beach, and Malik (King) beach between the estuaries of Russian valley from the north and Muwazia’ valley from the south.

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A famous historical city 23 km to the north east of Taiz city. It was the capital for one of the military grouping. Before The spread of Islam, it was one of the Arabs seasonal markets and witnessed the first mosque in Yemen, built by Mu’az Bin Jabal in the 8th year of Hijra (630AD) when the prophet, peace be upon him, sent him to Yemen and refurbished by Hussein Bin Salamah the Minister to Abi Al Jaish Ziad, the last king of Ziad dynasty in Tehama.

Most parts of the city are demolished and now it is just a small town. Salient landmarks of it are: the old mosque the water canals carved inside the mountains at the depth of ---- constructed by Al Mufaddal Bin Abi Barakat one of the ministers of lady (Arwa) daughter of Ahmad Al Suleihi. A lot of scholars and jurists belong to Al lund.

Weekly Souks (Markets) are an added feature.

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HUDEDAH

Historically, Hodeidah governorate was known by the name of  “Tehama of Yemen” due to its location on the coastal plains of Tehama extended along the Red Sea coasts. It is characterized by its hot climate and calm winds. According to the ancient language of the Yemeni scriptures, Tehama was mentioned as “Tod” the Mountain.

Hodeidah is by all means a splendid city characterized by its cultural heritage, and climactic and geographical features such as, diverse plains, a coast that is near the highlands, and many islands scattered along the Red Sea, as well as the existence of hot water springs.

Most of the area of the governorate are found in the middle of the Tehama Strip (sometimes spelled Tehama) and the Red Sea Coast of Yemen, while some parts may be found on the mountainous highlands towards the interior.  It is crisscrossed with forests and rangeland with a natural protected sanctuary in Bara'a with its forests that are frequented by tourists.  The climate is semi tropical (warm and humid in the Summer and moderate in Winter).  The highest temperature reaches 40∞ C during the Summer and the highest temperature in winter amounts to 24∞ C.  The temperature are made milder by the seasonal monsoon winds.

These resources include the following :

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All along the western coastline of the governorate there are enchanting islands and areas that are attractive for marine tourism, especially for water diving and fishing.

There are widespread agricultural investments and livestock plantations throughout the Tehama Strip. The Tehama plains are of great significance in the production of agricultural products including tobacco, tomatoes, and cotton. Breeding of livestock and fishing are also an important economic activity, with good promise for future growth. Here we will be presenting the main economy sectors of the governorate.

The Tehama plains are considered of one of the most important agricultural areas in Yemen as they provide livelihoods to about 70% of the people of the region. The cultivable area amounts to about 2 million hectares and the area under cultivation is about more than one million hectares.

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The most important products in Tehama are mainly maize, cotton, barely, sesame, beans, tobacco, tomato, cucumber, watermelon, okra, palm, mango, banana, onion, musk, peppers, sweet potato, guava, lemon, limes, Arabia Jasmine, and henna.

Livestock:

the region depends on breeding of which 195,336 are cattle, 34,872 sheep, 208556 goats, and 17m399 camels.

Fishing :

Many inhabitants of the governorate of Hodeidah are engaged in fishing for there are different kinds of fish species in the Red Sea, among which are shrimps, tuna, and lobster.

Handicrafts Industry :

Handicrafts represent an important industry includes pottery, ceramic, textile, silver, straw, and modern industries.

Pottery & ceramic industry:

This kind of handicraft is still popular in some of districts of Hodeidah such as, Al-Suhra, and Al-Luhayyah. But, Hais is one of the famous districts for making pottery and ceramic articles, such as, plates, pots, earthen vessels, and jars.

Textile & silver industry:

Since time immemorial, Zabid was an important center for silver works, cotton weaving, making blankets, and weaving men’s shawls. Beit al-Faqih is also famous for its weaving industry and Durayhimi district is one the popular centers for the production of shawls.

Straw Industry:

This industry can be found in Kamaran Island and ad-Dahi district. This industry totally depends on palm leaves.

Modern Industry:

In Hodeidah, there is growth in the trend towards industrial

development. there is a number of factories, and industrial complexes

in various sectors including foodstuff, dairy, beverages, plastic articles, and cement. There is also a large number of shipping and marine

transport services companies.

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One of the tourist attractions in the governorate of Hodeidah are the popular traditional markets. These markets reflect the style of day-to-day shopping of the people of Tehama. They are attractive to all the tourists and visitors who visit Yemen.

Popular Market Days:

The Market Day of Bit al-Faqih, Kawkhah, ad-Durayhimi, and al-Katee on Fridays.

• Al-Meghlaf Market Day on Saturdays and Zabid Market Day on Sundays.

• The Market Day o fal-Marawi’ah,Ad –dahi, and Hais on Mondays.

• Az-Saydiyah Market Day on Tuesdays.

• Al-Mansuriyah Market Day on Wednesdays.

• Al-Qanawis, Al-Waedhat, Al-Kodn, Surdud Market Day on Thursdays.

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Hodeidah Governorate has a flat coastal strip that stretches towards the Red Sea. The topographical divisions of Hodeidah Governorate are:

Coastal Plains:

Hodeidah’s 300km coast extends from Al-Luhayah in the North to Kawkhah in the south and ranging from 60 to 150 km wide.

1. Highlands: The highest peaks in the Governorate are:

• Bura Mountain, which is 2,400 m above the sea level:

• Rass Mountain which is 2,000 m above sea level.

• Dabas and Mastoor Mountains in Hais.

• Al-Rukb Mountain in Zabid.

• Al-Shareef Mountain is located in the north of the City of Zabid and has a fort in its peak called Al-Shareef Fort.

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2. Valleys (Wadis)

There are several picturesque valleys in Hodeidah Governorate including:

• Wadi Mwr

• Wadi Surdud

• Wadi Siham

• Wadi Rima

• Wadi Nakhla

• Wadi Zabid

• Wadi Al-Qanawis

• Wadi Al-Waga

• Wadi A-Lawia

3. Islands

A long the coasts of the governorate are several beautiful islands scattered along the Red Sea. The most of significant islands are: Kamaran, Tikfash, the Greater Hunesh, and Smaller Huneish.

Kamaran Island is one of the densely populated islands of the Red Sea and enjoys a very strategic location. It is located 6 nautical miles from al- Salif Harbor. Now it has many tourist attractions such as a diving club and other facilities.

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HADRAMOUT

Hadramout governorate lies in the eastern part of Yemen between Al-Mahra governorate from east and Shabwa governorate from west and extends north in side Al-Ruba Al khali desert, the southern coasts overlook the Arab sea, Al-Mukalla the capital is 777km from Sana’a across Marib-Attaq-Al-Mukalla paved road.

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Hadramout governorate comprises different topography distributed between coastal plains containing beautiful shores on the Arab Sea, mountains and hills of heights reaching 2000 m above sea level, large areas of Al-Ruba Al-khali desert, with many valleys, the largest Hadramout valley which is supplied by many branch valleys, it is the longest valley and most fertile in the Arab peninsula since it is 160km long and pours in Sihout on the Arab sea at Al-Mohra governorate.

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Hot tropical climate in Hadramout, temperature reaches 40c in summer in the interior areas, where continental dry climate prevails, temperature reaches 36c in the coastal areas, due to seasonal winds saturated with moisture, the temperature in winter tends to be moderate in the coastal areas, 20-24 co and 17-20 co in the interior areas.

Hadramout governorate had been presented in the classic books as the land of (Ahqaf), the historians reported that Amir Bin Qahtan was the first to land in Ahqaf after “A’ad” and if he attended in a war, he killed much, then they said if he reported there - “death.., is coming: then it was his title, the area was then named accordingly.

Hadramout has a deep - rooted past and history distinguished with continuity through the different historic phases until present. The archeological researches made in Hadramout valley indicate that south peninsula witnessed human activity in the first stone ages, Hadramout witnessed boom of one of the old Yemen kingdoms, Hadramout kingdom which flourished a the start of the first millennium B. C.

Many ancient cities had flourished there, and the goddess temples “The Moon” spread out and witnessed development in arts, architecture, and development in irrigation systems, dams, political systems, legislation, laws and reached a high level of progress in such aspects.

Hadramout is considered of the main roots of Yemen civilization rich with deep rooted historic antiquities, architecture in particular, represented in embracing the oldest highest buildings which are still standing, the remains indicate the monumental ruins of cities, temples and prophets graves (Hud, Saleh) peace be upon them, there to the remains of the ancient Yemen kingdoms spreading all over Hadramout and which remain a live witness of the genius Yemeni human.

Hadramout takes its deep rooted ness from the past, and still look to future as an important governorate, including archeological, historic, tourist and economic cities and sites on the coastal strip, Islands and on the banks of the fertile Hadramout valley as:

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It is the capital, the largest and most important city on the coastal strip located on the Arab sea coast, Mukalla mount embraces the city and provides it with natural protection from behind. This advantage was useful in past time, Mukalla was known as khisa or Bandar Ya’qoub,

The general feature of this city as other coastal cities in general, it is distinguished that all its features are still existing and were not demolished or deformed. Of all Yemen commercial ports, it contains the most fishing centers, and a well known commercial market, fish industry.

The most important features are the sultan palace (Main palace) built by Omar bin Awad Al-Qu’aity, the museum occupies part of it, Al-Ghuweizy Castle which receive the visitor at the entrance of Mukalla city, are an important feature of the city, there to public markets and Khalaf beautiful coasts.

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Located 35 km east of Mukalla, a fertile cultivated area, water runs through this area, cultivated with palm trees Hinna, coconut, in addition to tobacco, “Ghill tobacco” is considered the best quality, it contains Al- Ghil tourist rest house which was in the past a rest house for Sultan Al-Qu’eity.

Located near Ghil Bawazir, it supplies Al-Ghil farms with irrigation water, a deep hole in rocky land containing a water spring 12 m deep and 30 m diameter, it is a natural hole formed according to narration as a result of a falling star in the area, two channels engraved, the first channel about 5km long, the second 2km, excavation of the two channels in such rocky land is a great human effort.

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Known with other names “Samoun” and “Al Souq”, located 62km east of Mukalla, it is an ancient city, it was a commercial center for exporting olibonum and dates, the people there are known with textile industry of some traditional dresses, jewelry, boats building, dyeing , al-Shahar was one of the Arabs known markets in the area of the Arab known markets.

Al-Shahar is divided today with the old part and the new part, the old part of the city is built of bricks, distinguished with a certain architecture, it has two gates, one called (Bab Al Khour) and the other (Bab Al’eidrous), the ancient land marks as the castles and the old wall, the new part in the new quarters, stone is used as a building material in its houses, it is very beautiful due to the white color of the stones.

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The coast of Hadramout is known with many hot spas and springs in many areas, properties differ from place to place. People come from remote and close areas seeking cure from diseases as dermatitis, rheumatism digestive system diseases, fatness, diabetes, some springs are strong and used for cultivation, such as, Suwaibir, 47 km from Shehir and close from Suwaibir.

• Tobalah: The most ample and largest in member. It is 10km from Shahar.

• Al- Hami: 17 km from Al-Shakhar city.

• Shanna coast: 120km east of Mukalla, considered of the beautiful coasts in Yemen and distinguished with turtles multiplication in the season of propagation.

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A 322 km paved road links Mukallah city with Hadramout valley and the cities and villages spreading on its banks to si’oun city, the capital of the valley. Hadramout valley is considered the longest in the Arab peninsula, 160km long extends to Thamoud, then the valley water pour in Sehout through Masila valley 12 km wide. In some areas and 700 m in other areas, it is highly fertile, cultivated with palm trees and types of legumes, tobaco, Hinna, it is the largest dates producing area, Bananas, papyas is also planted, lemon and narjil and others. Hadramout valley is considered of the highest valleys in technology related to water courses drainage, as ducts water drainage is made within hours, which is not usual in many large valleys in Yemen where water courses continue running for long time.

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Located 322km from Mukalla, the largest city in Hadramout valley, the houses surrounded with green carpet of large gardens, palm trees woods. It is the administrative capital of the valley since the 15th century, it has been mentioned in the ancient reference inscriptions, the classical historians noted that it was a great city, and residence for Hadramout, Himiar and Kinda. Land marks as sultan Huge palace (Al Katheir sultan palace) known at present as the revolution palace, consisting of five floors including tens of rooms and utilities, it has been transformed to a museum of antiquities and a museum of customs. (1) traditions and handicrafts. (2) Al- Ghalas castle, the complex of handicrafts such as woodworks, poultry industries, ceramics, leather handicrafts etc. The important land marks in Si’oun: The market where many handicrafts and traditional industries are shown.

The grave of Almohajir Ahmad Bin Issa is a tourist landmark, for being distinguished with architectural pattern as a tomb located in a high place of the mountain and the style of the mosque building located at the foot of the mountain and the paved road linking between the tomb and the mosque in its zigzag form and the white paint raise the features of the tomb and the mosque, the tomb dates to the 10th century and is located 10km east of Si’oun city.

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Tareem City

One of the well - known historic ancient Hadramout valley cities until now, Tareem City is Located 35 K.M North South of Sioun city, linked with asphalt road. It was the capital of Kinda kings, them capital to hadramout Valley before Sioun. It was mentioned in the ancient Yemeni sculptures

At the Islamic era it because the center for science and culture, still it has the known Ribat “ Treem Ribat “ performing it’ s scientific and religious functions.

Tareem city is full of Yemeni architectural art treasures represented by its mosques, wonderful palaces fenced by palm trees. One of its important cites is AL- Mehdar mosque and minaret which was established on 1915 A.C. Its height is 125 feet. Also, the ancient castles near the city like” Al Najeer” castle, 6 Km east of Treem, and “AL Orr” castle near Al- Soum village about 15 Km east Treem.

The second largest library in Yemen exist in Treem, and contains more than five thousand manuscripts.

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A beautiful village located 8 Km east of Tareem, it dates to the 16th century,it has a certain style of domes and religious tombs, it is the seven domes known in Einat, it comprises a number of houses of beautiful architecture.

Hadramout is a land of prophets “peace be upon them” . It is a holy land, since it comprises a number of prophets tombs as the tomb of prophet Saleh and Hanthalah bin Safwan “the prophet of Ashab Alruss” and the tomb of prophet Hud which is the most important.

The tomb of prophet Hud is located 90Km east of Tureim city, it is on a hill above sea level with a dome date to 1673 and called A1-Naqa, it is linked with the village by a zigzag road paved by stone and painted like the dome with white color which adds beauty to the architectural style, the tomb of prophet Hud is an import tourist place since pre Islam, during visit days which last for one week a market is held as of the 6th day of Sha’ aban of each year.

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It is a cave located at 300 ft high, and 10Km south of prophet Hud tomb, many legends are narrated about it from the pre-Islam time until now.

Hadramout comprises a number of known holy men, distributed in several areas of Hadramout, they have high spiritual position in the hearts of the people, expressed through annual collective visits associated with relgious appeals and songs accompanied with music, seasonal markets coincide with such visits of pleasures associated with the such visits are:

-Al sit visit: at: “Sha’ab Al Nour” And “Al-Wasat” villahes, north Al-Shahr city, starting from 12 - 19 of Muharram of each Hihra year.

Al Houl visit: visit to the tomb of the Ethiopian scholar, starting from 17 - 20 Rabi 11 of each Hijra year. Al- Mash had visit: the tomb of Ali bin Hasan Al-Attas, the visit starts on 12 Rabi’I of each Hijra year.

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Shibam Hudramout city

Shabam is one of the most important cities in Hudramout valley, it dates to the third century B.C., located at the middle of Hudramout valley on ahill 30m high above the valley level, it is located 19km from Si’oun on the paved road leading to Mukalla. Shibam city has been mentioned in the reference inscriptions, the houses form a firmly built castle, rise to 8 floors, built of clay “bricks”, it had been known in several names:

Al-Safra, Alia, Al-Dumna, Hudramout city, Al-Souq, because it was before as an Arab market in the Arab peninsula, within the known Arab markets. Many European travelers visited Shibam city and called it the desert Manhattan “and skyscrapers city”.

Shibam is considered of the most beautiful historic Yemeni cities after ancient Sana’ a. It is considered of the world human heritage cities, UNESCO announced an international campaign to protect it in 1984, the land marks are the wall, Haron Al Rashid mosque and the current city constructed before more than five hundred years, it is considered an architectural rarity which could not be repeated, therefore it worths to be of the world wonders in location as a gem in the middle of Hundramout valley, on a high hill, seems to the observer as a castle in a deep rooted glory of a valley which still possess properties which make it of the most tourists, architectural and historic Yemeni areas.

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The second largest city in Wadi Hadramout after Si’oun, it is located 20km west of Shibam, it was the base of sultan Qu’ aiti in wars against sultan Al Kutheiri during the dispute between the authorities to expand the areas of influence in the valley, it lasted until the end of the first half of this century, Al-Qutn is a beautiful city, with buildings of bricks mixed with straw, it is the pattern prevalent in cities and villages of Hudramout valley, the most important landmarks Al-Qu’aiti castle, where seasonal commercial market is held as of 15 Jamada II of each Hijra year and cast for one week.

One of the significant archeological places in Hadramout valley, located at the northern entrance of Do’an valley, 94km from Si’oun Ribon dates to the beginning of the first millenium B. C., archeological excavations had been made there, remains of ancient temples and parts of the ancient city, and an old irrigation network which is considered a good model for drainage of storm water in Hadramout, some antiquities shown currently at si’oun museum were discovered at this site.

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Branch valleys of Hadramout valley:

Do’an valley, Em valley, Amad valley.etc. Do’an valley is the most important, as many villages spread on the road leading to it, some are models of architecture in Yemen, as Al-Hajrin unique village, Do’an valley is known with production of the Do’ ani honey which is considered the most expensive type of honey in the world, the beautiful villages on the valley banks:

- Al- Hajrin village:

(Hajrin means city in the ancient Yemeni language), Hajrin is one of the most beautiful Yemenis cities, and the best in Hadramout valley in particular, located on the corner of one of the curves in the valley, it is divided into two adjacent sections on the sides of the curve and overlooks a wood of palm trees, it is the most ancient village in Hadramout valley.

-Qidoun:

Where the temple of Sheikh Sa’eed bin Issa Al-Amoudi is visited in the last week of Rajab of each Hijra year, it is 126km west of Si’oun.

-Saif:

located 127 km south of Si’oun, where the temple of Sheikhan bin Ahmad is visited from 8-12 Rabi II of each Hijra year.

-Badhya:

located 142 km west of Si’oun, where the temple of Bajamal is visited from 18-22 of Dhul- Hijah of each Hijra year.

-Hodoun:

located 142 km west of Si’oun, where the temple of Bajamal is visited from 18-22 of Dhul- Hijah of each Hijra year

-Rihab:

located 152 Km west of Sioun.

It is asite for holy visits of Banjah tomb from 14 - 16 Rajab. every Hejrah year.

- Al-Khureiba:

located 157km west of Si’oun which was the main center of the ancient Yemeni caravans route between the cost and the valley. 

- Rasheed:

located 153 km west of Si’oun and of the beautiful villages in the valley.

- Al-Ribat:

“Ribat Ba’ashan”, located in the tale of Do’an valley on the right bank.

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