"Yemen - the real Arabia" Top 5 Page for this destination Yemen by MichaelFalk1969
Yemen Travel Guide: 1,089 reviews and 3,219 photos
The oil money has led to the creation of many ultramodern Arabian destinations trying to outshine Hongkong, but the Yemen is a totally different world. Due to the lack of oil or other natural ressources, both the traditional architecture and the Yemeni way of life have remained relatively unspoiled.
The unique qualities of Yemen are a fascinating traditional architecture, especially in the Old Town of Sanaa, the beauty of its sometimes rugged, sometimes fertile landscapes, its deserts and mountains, and above all the friendly and welcoming Yemenis.
Update 1/2010: When I last visited Yemen, the political situation was relatively stable. The situation now looks decidedly more volatile, and friends I know who lived and worked in Yemen confirm that now might not be the best of times to visit this wonderful country. So if you intend to visit Yemen, follow the news closely, check the current travel warnings and consider postponing your trip until things have calmed down again.
- Pros:very friendly people, architecture, diverse landscapes
- Cons:wild rubbish dumps, lack of western-standard tourist facilities
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Very informative tips on Yemen. Thanks
Someday i hope to go but for now i am content to read your pages . Thanks.
Hello, Michael! Your stories are superb! It's always interesting to read them! THANX ><><><><><
Wow, you've been to Yemen! Enjoyed looking at your adventures, Greetings from Arizona, Norman :)
Thanks Michael for the nice page about Yemen I just saw a nice collection of videos about Yemen, but I am not sure how to add them to this site check them at babalyemen.com/yemen/index.p...
Nice ! if ur still in Yemen and looking to rent a place let me know: "YEMEN==>THE Jewel of the World <==" - SanaaAlYemen's Profile
I'm like iris2002--I don't know how I haven't discovered your pages! They make me want to see Yemen!
Can't believe your pages have escaped me so far. This is the best Yemen collection I have seen - you sure you don't work for Lonely planet?? haha - its on my to do list for next year, this year however will be Northern Africa exploration! Safe travels...
Wow..amazing photos of Yemeni unique and breath-taking architecture. Your local and warning tips are helpful for any first time visitors. Hope to visit this beautiful country one day.
Execellent tips and pics of every part of Yemen.