It extends all the way from the southwest of Yemen to the boundary of Saudi Arabia. The region of Tihama
is the entire stretch of valley on the west coast of Yemen that is
full of many agricultural activities While driving in Tehama you can
see the marvelous difference between the desert and the costal
plains that really prove the amazing nature of this area.
Climate
In winter (30-25) and in the summer(40-50).
Some weather experts say that the highest temperature ever recorded
on earth was in Tihamah
Capital of the region, Al-Hudayda has also
been called the 'bride of the Red Sea' that may be a bit of an
exaggeration, but it's a pleasant enough place to overnight on your
way elsewhere or to relax for an afternoon. The town does boast one
impassible attraction: a spectacular fish market.
History:-
Settled originally by immigrant fishermen.
Al-Hudayda later became known for two things: the export of peals.
Later, with the development of its port facilities (from the
mid-20th century), it enjoyed a kind of boom. Today the town is the
forth largest in Yemen.
Zabid
It's a UNISCO heritage due to the various and
unique archeological and historical sites that belong to the town. A
huge castle with Turkish architecture can be visited which was built by
the Turkish occupation in the 17th century and was used as well by the
Imam. The castle includes the grain storage which is now used as a
museum that shows some traces of the different eras that once were fond
there. Zabid has a very rich religious heritage with around 12 mosques
that date back to the early time of Islam especially Ala'ishar mosque
that goes back to the first century of Islam existence..
Although second only to Al-Hudayda in regional
importance, the only reason for the traveler to visit this dusty, road
site town is foe its famous market, one of the best known in Yemen,
which takes place 1.5km west of the main road. The town is also known
for its weaving industry, and production of good-quality, hand woven
head cloths, tablecloths, mats, rugs and, particularly,futas
(sarong-like 'skirts' for men).
Al-Kawkah
Formerly a vital port for the export of
coffee, Al-Khawkha today is the largest fishing village along the
southern coast of the Red Sea. The
town's of little interest to travelers, but in the vicinity of
Al-Khawkha, there are several, small, seaside complexes that make a
pleasant break from all the culture vulturine. Avoid the beaches in the
town itself: they're none too clean.
