Aden, Port city in southern Yemen.
The city occupies a peninsula along the Gulf of Aden, with three main sections: Crater, Al-Tawahi, and Ma'alla, connected by coastal roads.
The British Empire captured Aden in 1839 and transformed it into a vital coaling station for ships traveling between Europe and India.
Local musicians and poets perform traditional songs in the Adeni dialect, incorporating elements from both African and Arabian musical styles.
The port handles international cargo traffic and includes modern facilities for oil refining, boat construction, and maritime trade operations.
The Cisterns of Tawila, ancient water reservoirs carved into volcanic rock, demonstrate advanced water management techniques from past centuries.
Location: Aden Governorate
Elevation above the sea: 6 m
GPS coordinates: 12.78959,45.02850
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:04
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