Old City of Sanaa

Overview

Over 6,000 mud-brick tower houses, many predating the 11th century, glow honey-coloured at sunset under white gypsum ornament — a living fossil of Arabian urbanism on the endangered World Heritage list.

Highlights

• •Tower houses at dusk
• •Great Mosque and old souq streets

Practical tips

• •Check the security situation before any travel
• •Dress and behave in line with local custom

Practical information

Best time

Nov-Mar

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