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...trip to the Yemeni capital of Sana'a isn't for the timid. Many Western governments warn their nationals of a threat of terrorism; women are expected to wear loose clothes covering their legs, arms and head; streets are chaotic; and there are few starred hotels and restaurants. But when you stand on the bridge at the corner of Az-Zubayri and As-Sailah streets and drink in the walled city's gold-tinged beauty, some hardship may seem worthwhile. Sana'a, one of the world's oldest conurbations, lies in the embrace of the Jabal Nugum and Aiban mountain...
...fonduk. They offer basic facilities, but have incredible atmosphere and great roof-terrace views. Check out Arabia Felix, tel: (967-1) 287 330; www.al-bab.com/arabiafelix or the Golden Dar, tel: (967-1) 273 055. It's hard to sleep in with all those dawn calls to prayer at Sana'a's many mosques, but a stay in the old city is worth some lost shut...
...trip to the Yemeni capital of Sana'a isn't for the timid. Many Western governments warn their nationals of a threat of terrorism; women are expected to wear loose clothes covering their legs, arms and head; streets are chaotic; and there are few starred hotels and restaurants. But when you stand on the bridge at the corner of Az-Zubayri and As-Sailah Streets and drink in the walled city's gold-tinged beauty, some hardship may seem worthwhile. Sana'a, one of the world's oldest conurbations, lies in the embrace of the Jabal Nugum and Aiban mountain...
...Hajjarah is only accessible by dirt road from the town of Manakha, with its old souks (markets) and narrow alleys. Located a hundred kilometers southwest of the capital, Sana'a, Manakha was once on the Spice Route to Europe. Expect to be beckoned into local tribesmen's hillside homes to share cups of shai (black, syrupy tea). "The real Arabia is still here in the mountains. The people here are very hospitable," says Muammer Al-Shamiry of Sana'a University, who regularly visits Al-Hajjarah. Hikes can be a few kilometers to over 100 km, and last from...
...Summits of Style Esoteric treatments in a minimalist setting A Starflyer Is Born In-flight comfort with an internet connection in every seat Take a Hike Destinations to restore your sense of wonder with its old souks (markets) and narrow alleys. Located a hundred kilometers southwest of the capital, Sana'a, Manakha was once on the Spice Route to Europe. Expect to be beckoned into local tribesmen's hillside homes to share cups of shai (black, syrupy tea). "The real Arabia is still here in the mountains. The people here are very hospitable," says Muammer Al-Shamiry...