Want to learn about Yemen? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Yemen
| Capital | Sana'a |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 32,000,000 |
| Languages | Arabic |
| Currency | Yemeni rial |
| National symbol | Golden Eagle |
| Famous food | Saltah |
In Yemen, people often speak Arabic. A friendly way to say hello is "As-salam alaykum". 👋
Fun facts about Yemen for kids
- The ancient city of Shibam is called the 'Manhattan of the Desert' because of its high-rise mud-brick skyscrapers!
- Yemen is home to the Dragon Blood Tree on Socotra Island, which looks like a giant umbrella and bleeds red sap!
- Mocha, a city in Yemen, was the main port for global coffee trade for hundreds of years!
- The Jambiya is a traditional curved dagger worn by men at their waist to show pride and tradition.
- Chewing 'Qat' leaves in the afternoon is a widespread social tradition across the country.
Famous places in Yemen
- Shibam Hadramawt
- Socotra Island
- Old City of Sana'a
Nature and symbols of Yemen
- Golden Eagle
- National sport: Football
Going to Yemen with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "As-salam alaykum".
- Find Sana'a, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇾🇪 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Saltah at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Shibam Hadramawt.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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