Aden is one of the most important Yemeni cities, 105 miles away the Bab-el-Mandeb. The old natural harbor of this city is situated in the crater of an inactive volcano. Currently, this harbor has formed a peninsula and a low isthmus has joined this peninsula to the mainland. This harbor is believed to have been first used by the Awsan kingdom.
Presently,
Aden has an approximate population of 590,000. The distinct divisions of Aden are as follows:
- Crater, the Yemeni port city
- Ma'alla, the modern port
- Tawahi, popularly known as "Steamer Point" in past
- Resorts of Gold Mohur
- Khormaksar
While talking about the city of Aden, its university and airport need special mention as they have contributed a lot in its popularity. Some of the major places of interest in Aden are listed below:
- The Cisterns of Tawila
- Sira Fort
- National Museum
- The Rimbaud House
- The Aden Minaret
- Al-Aidaroos Mosque
- The Aden Military Museum
- The fortifications of Jebal Hadid and Jebal Shamsan
- The Beaches of Aden and Little Aden
The transportation and boarding facilities of Aden also deserve appreciation. The city is mainly served by the International Airport of Aden. It is only 9.5 kilometers away from the city. Like most other Yemenis cities it also underwent a long past that has a major historical significance.
