Sirwah, Archaeological site in Sirwah District, Yemen
The ancient city contains numerous stone structures, temples, and inscriptions spread across multiple levels of a mountainous terrain at 1489 meters elevation.
Sirwah functioned as the second largest settlement of the Sabaean Kingdom from 1000 BC to 290 AD, serving as a major trading post.
The main temple featured a portico with six pillars and contained numerous altars dedicated to Almaqah, a deity represented by ibex symbols.
The archaeological site requires advance permits and local guidance for visits due to its remote location and current regional security considerations.
German archaeologists recovered a seven-meter-long stone inscription weighing over seven tonnes from the sanctuary of Almaqah in 2005.
Location: Sirwah District
Elevation above the sea: 1,489 m
Part of: Landmarks of the Ancient Kingdom of Saba
GPS coordinates: 15.45178,45.01812
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:13
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