This is an amazing, practically medieval arab society complete with well-armed men, veiled women, arid landscapes and extraordinary fortified mud houses. Play the game and the people - like most desert folk - are friendly and hospitable, but don't tread on their toes...
However, single women can have a tough time; wearing full cover clothing - including headscarf - may help.
There are very limited food and booze options; beer is served in teapots in the best hotel!
It's a very dusty environment, so special care is needed for both cameras and lungs.
Islamic fundamentalist anti-tourist sentiment is infrequent but not impossible.
Read more: http://www.bugbog.com/maps/asia/yemen_map.html#ixzz11Z8dfh7J
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