Shibam
- States
- Yemen
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1982
- Location
- Hadramaut Governorate, in the Wadi Hadramaut, Seiyun District
- Region
- Arab States
- Coordinates
- 15.92694, 48.62667
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 192
- WH Site
- 192
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The Old Walled City of Shibam, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Yemen, is renowned for its unique 16th-century architecture featuring tall mudbrick towers, earning it the nickname "Manhattan of the Desert." This ancient city showcases an exceptional example of urban planning, with its densely packed, multi-story buildings constructed from sun-dried mud bricks, designed to maximize space and provide defense. Its historical significance lies in its well-preserved state, reflecting traditional building techniques and a way of life adapted to the arid environment. Shibam stands as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience, attracting global interest for its cultural and architectural value.
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