Introduction
Yemen, or the republic of Yemen, is situated in the Middle East and occupies the southwestern region of the Arabian Peninsula. It has Saudi Arabia toward its northern side, the Red Sea towards the western side and Oman towards the east. It has a very long history, which makes Yemen rich in cultural heritage. It narrates the history of one of the oldest civilizations, due to it being located in South Arabia. The country is divided into four different regions; the first being the coastal plains which is located in the west, the eastern highlands, the Rub al Khali towards the east and the eastern islands. The hot lands have a very arid climate towards the Red Sea coastline. Even though the climate is arid it is still a breeding ground for a lot of vectors. Here you can find different sand dunes, making it perfect for Yemen vacations. Therefore plan for Yemen vacations accordingly.
History
The groundwater reserves are used for agricultural use but today they are being abused. In Yemen the footprints of a dinosaur were found, which means the land was once quite muddy. The area is arid however; one can find a lot of lagoons here, which makes the land very mushy too. Agriculture is in diversity here, where crops like sorghum are the most dominant. Cotton and fruits also grow however mangoes are the most valuable here. The temperature during the day is hot however it falls at night. There are a lot of streams but they never reach the sea because it evaporates in Tehama. These are the things which should be kept in mind when planning Yemen vacations therefore plan accordingly for your holiday trip.
Features
Yemen, like all other countries of the world has its own cuisine that is as exotic and delicious as the others. You do have to develop the taste for it, but on the whole, a new experience in itself is enjoyable enough. There is halal food available throughout. If you go to Yemen vacations for cooking and to taste its delicacies, there is a wide array of restaurants, hotels and cafes catering to all classes and budgets. You get authentic Arab dishes in all of these places along with all kinds of continental dishes. The capital city, Sana’a offers a plethora of cuisines including local. Restaurants such as Arabia Felix, Broadway in Sheraton Hotel in Sana’a and Alsafina in Al-Mukalla City are three of the best eating places to visit. Seafood and grilled food in the typical Arabian style is what will relish your taste buds.
Tips and comments
You can visit the city of Al-Mullaka which has a great culture therefore you can visit the place for some historical information regarding the city. It is an amazing place to visit because it has a lot to offer therefore you can visit the place for Yemen vacations if you are planning to have a good, historically rich stay. However, there are security threats so be careful if you intend to visit the country.
