17 Facts You May Not Know About Yemen:🇾🇪 (1). Yemen is located in the Middle East on the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. (2). It is one of the oldest inhabited regions in the world, with a history dating back thousands of years. (3). Sana'a is the capital and largest city of Yemen. (4). Yemen has a population of over 30 million people. (5). Arabic is the official language, and Islam is the predominant religion. (6). The country is known for its rich cultural heritage, including architecture, literature, and music. (7). Yemen is famous for its ancient cities, including Shibam, known as the "Manhattan of the Desert" for its mud skyscrapers. (8). The economy is primarily based on agriculture, with qat (a mild stimulant) being a significant cash crop. (9). Yemen has been historically known for its coffee, with the port city of Mocha giving its name to a famous coffee variety. (10). The country has faced political instability and conflict in recent years, leading to humanitarian crises. (11). Yemen has a diverse landscape, including mountains, deserts, and coastline along the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea. (12). The Old City of Sana'a is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its unique architecture and bustling souks. (13). Yemeni cuisine is flavorful and diverse, featuring dishes like mandi (slow-cooked meat and rice) and salta (a spicy stew). (14). The country has a rich tradition of poetry, with Yemeni poets being highly esteemed in Arab literature. (15). Yemeni weddings are elaborate affairs, often lasting several days and featuring traditional music, dance, and feasting. (16). The country has a high rate of child marriage, with many girls married off before the age of 18. (17). Yemen's Socotra Island is renowned for its unique biodiversity, including the iconic dragon's blood tree. #historicalfacts #middleeast #fareast

Hundreds of millions of Muslims around the world are celebrating to mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The first day of Eid is a time of celebration, gathering and feasting for many. Despite some differences in how it’s marked, Eid is celebrated among all Muslims. Here are some traditions upheld on Eid day:

With ceasefire talks at a standstill, the hunger and humanitarian crises worsening across the enclave, and no end in sight to the five months of constant Israeli bombardment, the Muslim holy month of Ramadan has arrived in Palestine’s Gaza. During Ramadan this year, many Palestinians already struggling with hunger are breaking their fast amid the rubble of demolished buildings in Gaza where food shortages – a direct result of the Israeli onslaught – have become more acutely felt with the start of Ramadan. Even where food is available, there is little beyond canned food, and the prices of already scarce food are too high for many, in contrast to previous years when families would ordinarily break their daily fasts with feasts. "We made no preparations to welcome Ramadan because we have been fasting for five months now," said Maha, a mother of five, who would normally have decorated her home and stocked her refrigerator with supplies for the evening iftar celebrations, when people break their fast. Swipe to see the different iftar gatherings in Gaza throughout the years.

Prayers from Singapore: Today is the first day of Ramadan, the Muslim month of prayer and fasting, the holiest time of the year for all Muslims. The traffic gets intense every evening at 7pm when fasting ends and people come for feasting and viewing the Hari Raya lighting in Geylang Serai. It’s a time of spiritual reflection and heightened devotion and worship. Ramadan teaches sacrifice and empathy for those who are less fortunate and encourages acts of generosity and charity.

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Enjoy a coffee break surrounded by one of the finest landscapes available. Experiencing traditional Turkish coffee, fine grounds brewed in a cezve pot and poured into tiny cups, will make your holidays even more memorable. Visit Cappadocia and experience a feast of the senses. How does that sound? Find more at: gastronomy.goturkiye.com 📸 IG: mstfatyfn #GoTürkiye #GoGastro #Gastronomy #TurkishCoffee #Coffee #GoCappadocia #Cappadocia #GoSustainable

Kadiralak Plateau in Trabzon province of northern Türkiye is blanketed by ‘blue star’ flowers, known as ‘blue oleander’, drawing photography enthusiasts and nature lovers to celebrate the revival of nature. Covered by vast forests and highlands, Türkiye’s Black Sea region offers a visual feast to its visitors all year round.

Hundreds of millions of Muslims around the world are celebrating to mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The first day of Eid is a time of celebration, gathering and feasting for many. Despite some differences in how it’s marked, Eid is celebrated among all Muslims. Here are some traditions upheld on Eid day:

With Eid al Fitr approaching as the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end, Muslims around the world are preparing to celebrate and gather with family and friends for a feast: ‘The festival of breaking the fast’ Bus terminals and airports are loaded with thousands of Muslims heading home for the festivities, while others go shopping at marketplaces to prepare traditional desserts and snacks to serve during the Eid holiday.

One municipality in Saudi Arabia organized an open-air iftar. The length of this feast was more than 500 meters, where more than 11,000 people could break the fast. ❤️ May Allah bless you 🤲