Yemen
Queen of Sheba's Ancient Land
Overview
An ancient Arabian nation with striking mud-brick architecture in Shibam and Sana'a, tragically engulfed in civil war since 2014, facing one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
Western Asia
Land Area
527,968 km²
Capital
Sana'a
Languages
Arabic
Currencies
Yemeni rial (﷼)
At a Glance
23
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
34
Freedom
22
Security
13
Life Expectancy
65.8 yrs
Median Age
18.2 yrs
Urbanization
40%
Cost Index
44
Housing Index
8
Healthcare Access
41/100
Climate
Average Temperature
25.2°C
Average AQI
91
Most Temperate Cities
1 Al Ḩudaydah 30.3°C
2 Al Hali 30.3°C
3 Abs 30.3°C
4 Al Marawi'ah 30.3°C
5 Bayt al Faqīh 29.9°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 ‘Ans 78 AQI
2 Ash Sha'ir 78 AQI
3 Village of Alamrah 78 AQI
4 Shibām Kawkabān 78 AQI
5 Barţ al ‘Anān 78 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 35 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 27
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 3.97% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 15 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 82/100
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Tips & Cultural Insights
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025