This location map of Yemen shows its geographical location at the southern end of the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East. The country is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the north, Oman to the east, the Red Sea to the west, and the Arabian Sea to the south. Yemen's strategic location along the Gulf of Aden connects the Red Sea to the Arabian Sea, making it geopolitically important. This map clearly shows Yemen's position in relation to Asia, Africa, and Europe.
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Official Name | Republic of Yemen |
Capital City | Sana’a (internationally recognized, though Aden is the temporary capital due to conflict) |
Largest City | Sana’a |
Government | Unitary parliamentary republic (in crisis, with competing authorities) |
Official Language | Arabic |
Population | ~33 million (2025 est.) |
Official Religion | Islam (predominantly Sunni and Zaidi Shia) |
Currency | Yemeni Rial (YER) |
Area | 527,968 sq km |
Major Rivers | No permanent rivers; wadis like Wadi Hadramawt |
Highest Peak | Jabal an Nabi Shu’ayb (3,666 m / 12,028 ft) |
Time Zone | UTC +3 |
Calling Code | +967 |
Internet TLD | .ye |
Drives on | Right |
Major River | Seasonal wadis (no major permanent river) |