Why visit
Sana'a is the capital of Yemen. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Yemen at a glance
Country center
15.0°, 48.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
527,968 km²
203,850 mi²
Subregion
Western Asia
Currency
Yemeni rial (﷼)
YER
Dial
+967
Language
Arabic
Demonym
Yemeni
Internet
.ye
UN
Member state
ISO code
YE / YEM
Where in the world
15.0° · 48.0°
Yemen
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Did you know
- Yemen's old walled city of Shibam is called "Manhattan of the desert" for its 16th-century tower houses: a UNESCO site.
- Yemen is considered the likely homeland of coffee as a beverage: the port of Mocha gave the drink its name.
- The Socotra archipelago has plants and animals found nowhere else on earth: including the alien-looking Dragon Blood Tree.
Bordering Yemen
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Sana'a
What currency is used in Sana'a?
Sana'a uses the Yemeni rial (﷼), ISO code YER.
What languages are spoken in Yemen?
The primary language is Arabic.
What is the international calling code for Yemen?
The calling code is +967.
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