Al Hudaydah

Al Hudaydah extends along the western coast of Yemen with modern port facilities and wide streets connecting to the commercial district.

The city gained prominence in 1520 when Ottoman forces established control over the Yemeni Tihāmah region, developing it into a strategic maritime hub.

Local residents maintain traditional coffee trading practices and cotton weaving techniques that have characterized the port city since the 19th century.

The port handles major food imports for Yemen through its deep-water facilities, which include multiple cargo terminals and storage warehouses.

A German wireless station operated in Al Hudaydah during World War I, serving as a communication point between Europe and the Arabian Peninsula.

Location: Al Hudaydah Governorate

Elevation above the sea: 17 m

GPS coordinates: 14.79787,42.95449

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:25