Introducing Ibb
Situated 194km south of San’a, Ibb boasts a strategic position on a high hill in the western foothills of the Ba’adan Mountains. Settled since early Islamic times, the town grew into an important administrative centre during the time of the Ottomans. Today it’s largely, and unjustifiably, ignored by most travellers. This is a shame because its chaotic market area and pretty old town are a pure delight to explore, and when combined with nearby Jibla, Ibb makes for a perfect overnight pause on the journey between San’a and Ta’izz.
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Ibb and its governate enjoy one of the highest rainfall levels in Yemen, which has given rise to the nickname ‘the green province’.
The Saba Islamic Bank on the main road has an ATM, which accepts foreign cards.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Protest in Yemen
by fluffy_bunny 16 February 2011
You will definitely stick out. 99.9% of local women wear abaya (black robe-like dress) and i'd guess 80% wear face veils. Of the foreign…
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RE: traveling in Yemen
by fluffy_bunny 04 January 2011
I agree with George. While the 2 countries have much in common, they are fundamentally different. As for security, you don not need an…
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RE: safety security situation
by fluffy_bunny 06 December 2010
Things are in a gradual decline. While Shabwa, Abyan and Sa'ada governates are pretty much write offs, the rest of the country hangs in…
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