The weather in Sana’a is warm all year around, along with an average temperature between 17 to 30 degrees Celsius. The temperature sometimes increases around 19 to 36 degrees Celsius. May, June, July, August, and September are the warmest months in Sana’a. It is also considered a good time to explore this area. On the other hand, Sana’a is dry in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, and December. It is clear and sunny all day long, whether in the morning, afternoon or even at night. The rainfall level in Sana’a is low, around 2mm to 9mm per month.

Historical Mosque Yemen is a Muslim country with many mosques. Some historical mosques in Sana’a, such as Al Saleh Mosque, are places for praying and are attractive destinations for architecture lovers. You will see Arabian details around the mosque. Yet, inside, it feels different due to the use of black basalt stones. Wooden furniture dominates the interior of this mosque. Shopping Area Sana’a is also a paradise for those who love traditional artworks and handicrafts. For example, you can go to Sana’a Souqs to get unique handmade products for a special gift, such as a scarf, colourful embroidery, silver jewellery, and many more. Check the materials, designs, and even the ages of the products you want to buy in this market since it often determines the price. Yemeni Coffee Don’t leave Sana’a before trying the taste of Yemeni coffee. The coffee beans were harvested from the Old City plantations. Sana’a people have a unique way of brewing and making fresh and delicious coffee to drink anytime they want. This is also why expats, tourists, and even locals love to sit in cafes and order a cup of Yemeni coffee.

Shakshouka Shakshouka is one of the must-try dishes in Sana’a. It consists of scrambled eggs with caramelised onions and tomatoes. Local people often serve It with vegetables such as leeks and roasted red peppers. Another special thing about this dish is the local sausage known as Sujuk sausage. Bean Saltah Bean Saltah is another traditional dish you must try in Sana’a. It is made of a traditional meat broth, Maraq, mixed with vegetables such as tomatoes, onions, and garlic. Sana’a people often add chilli pepper to this dish to give it a spicy taste. They cook all the ingredients until they become thicker. Mashwi Mashwi is a popular grilled fish in Sana’a. This dish consists of grilled fish, sauce to grill the fish, and sauce to eat the grilled fish. Local people use cumin, coriander, chilli powder, paprika, turmeric, lemon, and white vinegar while grilling the fish. Then, they serve Mashwi with onions, capsicum, garlic, tomato, olive oil, and salt.

The Old City, Ali Adulmoghni Street, and Hada Street are recommended destinations tourists must explore in Sana’a to find a comfortable and safe place to stay. These areas offer hotels and apartments for tourists, along with reasonable prices and good services and facilities. The locations are also strategic enough that you can easily access public areas and specific destinations. Most importantly, you can leave your bags and rest before and after the trip around Sana’a.

Remember to bring your Yemeni visa before exploring this area. Go to the local embassy to get your Yemeni visa. Try to gather with the local people by chewing the traditional product known as Khat. Sana’a people are friendly and respect tourists. It is okay to wear a modern outfit and walk around Sana’a areas. You may find some military checkpoints in this area. It is a restricted area, so ensure you know whether you can enter it before exploring it.