Manakhah, Mountain settlement in Sanaa Governorate, Yemen
Manakhah is a mountain settlement in the Sanaa region of Yemen situated on a high plateau in the highlands. The town spreads across hilly terrain surrounded by peaks and consists of buildings scattered among terraced fields and agricultural areas.
The settlement has been a significant center in the highland region since ancient times and has endured as a community through the centuries. This continuous presence shows how people have inhabited this location for a long time.
The residents build their homes from mud bricks using methods passed down through generations. This construction style shapes the town's appearance and shows how people adapted to living in the mountains.
The settlement sits in a highland region with hilly terrain that visitors should prepare for. The surroundings feature mountains and fields, so weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear are advisable.
The location sits amid grain fields arranged in terraces that show the typical farming system of the Yemeni highlands. These terraced fields are not only functional but also shape the visual character of the entire region.
Location: Sanaa Governorate
GPS coordinates: 15.06667,43.73333
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44
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