General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Sana’a |
| Country | Yemen |
| Currency | Yemeni rial |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.9% |
| Gdp | $26.6 billion |
| Size | 527,968 sq km |
| Population | 29,825,964 |
| Population density | 56.5/sq km |
| Kids per female | 4.6 |
| City population | 34.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 10∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Arabic |
| Population able to read | 70.4% |
| Population with a college degree | 10.1% |
| Population able to speak english | 1.9% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 56.6 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 6.5/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Yemenia |
| Main airport | Sana’a International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.25 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $150/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $30/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $2.5/10km |
| Petrol | $0.50/l |
| Rental car | $25/day |
| Public transportation | $1/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 5% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 1.06/MBits |
| Tld | .ye |
| Free wifi | 3/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 25% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 45% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Friday |
| Closing times | 10:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Souq.com |
| Supermarket | Carrefour |
| Pharmacy | BinSina Pharmacy |
| Drugstore | Boots |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | N/A |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 1/10 |
| Bars | 1/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | NA/10 |
| Public Parks | NA/10 |
| Swimming | NA/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Saltah | A hearty stew made with lamb, vegetables, and spices, served over rice | 5-10 |
| Fahsa | A spicy stew made with chicken, lamb, or beef, served with rice or bread | 4-8 |
| Mandi | A traditional Yemeni dish made with rice, meat, and vegetables, cooked in a tandoor oven | 6-12 |
| Bint al-sahn | A sweet pastry filled with cheese or honey | 2-4 |
| Kubbanah | A flatbread made with flour, water, and salt, often served with honey or ghee | 1-3 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Qahwa | A traditional Yemeni coffee made with roasted coffee beans and spices. | 1-2 |
| Shai Haleeb | A tea made with black tea, milk, and sugar. | 1-2 |
| Naqe’e Al Zabib | A juice made from raisins and water. | 2-3 |
| Naqe’e Al Tamr | A juice made from dates and water. | 2-3 |
| Laban | A fermented milk drink similar to yogurt. | 1-2 |
| Sahlab | A warm drink made with milk, sugar, and sahlab powder. | 2-3 |
| Zangibeel | A tea made with ginger and honey. | 1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jambiya | A curved dagger with an ornate handle, worn by Yemeni men | $50-$200 |
| Silver jewelry | Intricate silver jewelry, often featuring traditional Yemeni designs | $20-$100 |
| Pottery | Handcrafted pottery, often decorated with geometric patterns | $10-$50 |
| Carpets | Woven carpets, made from wool or goat hair | $50-$500 |
| Spices | A variety of spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, and cumin | $5-$20 per pound |
| Frankincense | A fragrant resin used in incense and perfumes | $10-$50 per ounce |
| Coffee | Yemeni coffee is known for its rich flavor | $10-$20 per pound |
| Honey | Yemeni honey is known for its high quality | $10-$20 per jar |
| Dates | A variety of dates, including fresh, dried, and stuffed | $5-$10 per pound |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Revolution Day | September 26 | Commemorates the 1962 revolution that overthrew the monarchy |
| Unity Day | May 22 | Celebrates the reunification of North and South Yemen in 1990 |
| Eid al-Fitr | End of Ramadan | Celebrates the end of the fasting month of Ramadan |
| Eid al-Adha | 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah | Celebrates the sacrifice of Ibrahim |
| Islamic New Year | First day of Muharram | Celebrates the start of the Islamic year |
| Prophet’s Birthday | 12th day of Rabi’ al-Awwal | Celebrates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Al-Thawra |
| Online news | Al-Masdar Online |
| Tv | Yemen TV |
| Radio | Radio Yemen |