Sana'a

The medina of Sana’a (with over 2.000 years of history) presents an unique homogeneous architectural ensemble. The design and detail of each of the houses combine into an integral beauty.

Sana’a is also connected to the spread of Islam in the early years of the Hegira (from 628). This results in the existence of 103 mosques, next to several hammams and madrasas.


Year Decision Comments
1986 Inscribed Reasons for inscription

Reviews

Paul Tanner (UK):
San’a is a city to wander round without a map and without any particular objectives other than soaking up the atmosphere. “Dive in” at the Bab Al-Yaman and just see where serendipity takes you. Oh, and have plenty of digital cards or film! Because of the narrowness of the alleyways and the height of the buildings it is worth going at different times of day in order to benefit from different positions of the sun. Some buildings will let you in and the views from the top over the city are worthwhile if you can find them/ obtain invitations. You will also get a feel for the enclosed gardens which dot the city but are largely invisible from the outside other than a few palm branches peeping over the walls!
 


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